Sans Normal Egrar 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Helvetica' by Linotype, 'Arial Nova' and 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, 'Europa Grotesk SB' and 'Europa Grotesk SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, captions, branding, editorial, posters, modern, clean, technical, efficient, neutral, space saving, fast reading, modern utility, neutral tone, contemporary branding, oblique, airy, streamlined, crisp, economical.
A slanted sans with slim, even strokes and a compact overall footprint. Curves are smooth and largely circular in character, with open counters and restrained terminals that keep forms clean and uncluttered. The rhythm is steady and consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, with clear differentiation between similar shapes and minimal ornamentation. Round glyphs like C/O and the bowls in b/p/d read as tidy ellipses, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are sharp and direct, reinforcing a streamlined texture in text.
Well-suited to interface labels, navigation, captions, and compact typographic systems where space is limited and clarity matters. It can also work for contemporary branding, editorial sidebars, and headline settings when a sleek, forward-leaning sans voice is desired.
The font conveys a contemporary, efficient tone: brisk, uncluttered, and matter-of-fact. Its slant adds motion and a mild sense of urgency without becoming expressive or calligraphic, keeping the overall impression professional and neutral.
The design appears intended as a practical oblique sans for modern communication: space-conscious, legible, and visually calm. Its simplified geometry and consistent stroke behavior suggest an aim toward dependable readability and a contemporary, system-friendly look.
In running text the oblique angle is consistent and helps create a forward-leaning flow, while the open apertures and simple construction support quick recognition. Numerals match the same restrained, linear style, reading cleanly alongside letters.