Sans Superellipse Aslap 5 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A condensed, monolinear sans with softly squared (superellipse-like) curves and restrained, rounded terminals. Strokes are consistently light with subtle modulation, and counters are narrow but open, giving the design a clear vertical rhythm. Round letters (C, O, Q) read as rounded-rectangle forms, while straight-sided letters (E, F, H, N) emphasize a clean, architectural structure. Numerals are similarly narrow and tidy, with simple, unobtrusive shapes that match the uppercase’s tall proportions.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short-to-medium text where a slim footprint and strong verticality help fit more characters per line. It can work well for modern branding, packaging, and editorial display settings that benefit from a clean, condensed look and gently rounded geometry.
The overall tone is modern and understated, with a refined, editorial feel. Its tall, clean forms and softened corners create a calm, contemporary voice that can feel both technical and stylish without becoming cold.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, contemporary sans voice with softened geometric forms. Its superelliptical rounds and consistent stroke behavior suggest a focus on clarity and a sleek, modern rhythm, aiming to feel refined while remaining straightforward and functional.
The typeface relies on height and tight width rather than heavy stroke to create presence, making spacing and line breaks feel compact and controlled. Rounded corners and smooth joins keep the condensed geometry from feeling brittle, especially in the curved glyphs and the lowercase bowl shapes.