Sans Rounded Afrek 16 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
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A compact, monoline sans with softly rounded terminals and corners throughout. Strokes stay even in thickness, with gentle curves and minimal contrast, giving the letters a smooth, tubular feel. Proportions are relatively narrow with a tall overall stance; counters are open and the rhythm is consistent, while round letters like O and Q read slightly condensed and vertical. Lowercase forms are simple and utilitarian, with a single-storey a and g, short ascenders/descenders relative to the tall caps, and small, round dots on i and j.
Works well for UI labels, navigation, and short informational text where a friendly voice is desired. Its narrow footprint and tall, clean shapes also suit posters, packaging callouts, and signage that needs clear, compact lettering with a softer edge.
The rounded endings and tidy, unpretentious construction give the face a friendly, slightly retro tone. It feels informal and welcoming rather than technical or corporate, with a lighthearted cleanliness that keeps it readable in short passages.
The design appears intended to deliver an approachable, modern sans feel while avoiding sharp geometry through consistent rounding. It balances clarity with personality by keeping structure simple, spacing orderly, and terminals uniformly softened.
Numerals follow the same rounded, monoline logic, with curved 2/3 and a simple, open 4; overall figures sit comfortably with the letters for mixed alphanumerics. The design’s soft corners and restrained detailing help maintain clarity at small to medium sizes while preserving a distinctive, personable texture.