Sans Normal Sanaj 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, ui labels, captions, minimal, clean, friendly, casual, quirky, space saving, approachability, clarity, modern utility, condensed, rounded, soft terminals, open counters, tall ascenders.
This typeface is a condensed, monoline sans with softly rounded corners and gently tapered joins that keep the texture smooth and even. Proportions are tall and narrow, with compact lowercase and relatively tall ascenders/descenders, creating a tight, vertical rhythm in text. Curves are built from simple, rounded strokes with open counters and minimal contrast, while straight strokes remain clean and consistent. Overall spacing appears economical, giving lines a compact, poster-like density without feeling rigid.
The narrow build makes it well-suited to headlines and display lines where space is limited, such as posters, packaging, and compact branding lockups. Its clean monoline construction also works for UI labels, captions, and short informational text where a tidy, consistent rhythm is desirable.
The tone is understated and approachable, mixing a utilitarian narrow silhouette with subtly playful, hand-drawn warmth. It reads as modern and straightforward, yet slightly informal due to its softened geometry and relaxed details.
The design appears aimed at delivering a space-saving sans that remains personable and readable by softening the geometry and keeping counters open. It prioritizes a compact vertical presence and simple construction that holds up well in bold, high-contrast applications.
Round characters maintain a consistent oval logic, and many terminals finish bluntly with softened edges rather than sharp cuts, which helps prevent the condensed forms from looking harsh. The numerals follow the same narrow, upright construction and integrate neatly with the letterforms in running text.