Sans Normal Abgaf 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Grotesque' by Monotype, 'PTL Maurea' by Primetype, and 'NeoGram' and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, app design, editorial, branding, signage, clean, modern, neutral, corporate, friendly, emphasis, clarity, versatility, contemporary tone, motion, monoline, humanist, soft corners, open apertures, slanted terminals.
This typeface is a slanted, monoline sans with softly rounded joins and a steady, even color. Letterforms lean consistently with smooth, elliptical curves and gently tapered-looking terminals created by the slant and rounding rather than true stroke contrast. Counters are open and readable, with simplified, contemporary shapes (notably in the single-storey lowercase forms) and a slightly dynamic rhythm across words. Spacing appears moderate and controlled, supporting clear word shapes in both uppercase and lowercase.
It works well for UI and product typography, where an italicized sans can be used for emphasis, labels, or secondary voice while maintaining legibility. The clean construction and open shapes also suit editorial subheads, brand support typography, and straightforward signage or wayfinding where a modern, slanted tone is desired.
The overall tone is modern and practical, with a friendly slant that adds motion without becoming expressive or decorative. It feels professional and approachable—more “workhorse” than “display,” suited to contemporary interfaces and brand systems that want clarity with a subtle, energetic bias.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic companion with a contemporary sans structure—prioritizing clarity, consistency, and a subtle sense of forward motion. Its restrained detailing suggests it’s built to read cleanly across a range of sizes while adding emphasis through slant rather than ornament.
Uppercase forms stay straightforward and geometric-leaning, while the lowercase introduces a more human, conversational texture through single-storey a and g and rounded shoulders. Numerals are simple and consistent in weight, aligning well with the letters for mixed alphanumeric settings.