Sans Superellipse Etlid 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Mittel EF' by Elsner+Flake and 'Nota', 'Nota Rounded', and 'NotaBene' by Wiescher Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, ui labels, headlines, posters, packaging, clean, modern, sporty, technical, energetic, modernize geometry, add motion, friendly clarity, system consistency, rounded, geometric, oblique, open apertures, smooth curves.
A slanted, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle DNA and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Curves are generous and consistent, producing soft corners on bowls and counters, while straight stems keep an orderly rhythm. Proportions read balanced with a moderate x-height, and the italic angle is steady across capitals, lowercase, and figures. The forms stay relatively open and uncluttered, with simple terminals and a cohesive, engineered feel in both the letterforms and numerals.
Well suited to branding systems that want a modern, approachable edge, as well as UI labels and interface accents where an oblique sans can add motion without sacrificing clarity. It works especially well for headlines, posters, and packaging where the rounded geometry can read as friendly and polished while maintaining a technical, contemporary presence.
The overall tone is contemporary and energetic, combining a friendly softness from the rounded geometry with a focused, efficient cadence from the oblique stance. It feels practical and modern rather than expressive or decorative, lending a sleek, active voice that fits technology-leaning and forward-looking contexts.
The design appears intended to modernize a geometric sans through rounded-rectangle construction and a consistent italic slant, creating a streamlined texture that feels both efficient and approachable. The emphasis is on uniformity, smoothness, and contemporary legibility rather than calligraphic nuance or high-contrast detailing.
Capitals appear clean and compact with rounded joins in letters like B, D, and P, while the lowercase maintains clarity through open counters and straightforward construction. Numerals follow the same rounded geometry and slant, staying visually consistent with the text. Spacing in the samples looks even and controlled, supporting a smooth line texture at display and larger text sizes.