Sans Normal Apbin 1 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream; 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types; 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Georgian', and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Arabic' and 'Nimbus Sans Round' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, wayfinding, branding, editorial, presentations, neutral, modern, clean, tech, functional, versatility, legibility, system design, clarity, modernization, geometric, rounded, open apertures, high legibility, even rhythm.
A clean, geometric sans with consistent stroke weight and rounded curves throughout. Proportions are balanced with a steady rhythm and generous counters, producing clear lettershapes at both display and text sizes. Round forms like O and C are close to circular, while straight-sided letters keep crisp terminals and simple joins. Overall spacing reads even and controlled, supporting a straightforward, contemporary texture in paragraph settings.
Well suited for interface typography, dashboards, and product UI where clarity and consistent texture matter. It also works for signage and wayfinding, as well as contemporary branding systems and editorial layouts that need a neutral, highly legible sans for headings and supporting text.
The tone is neutral and modern, with a pragmatic, no-nonsense feel. Its geometry and restrained detailing suggest a contemporary, tech-adjacent voice that stays unobtrusive and clear rather than expressive or decorative.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans that prioritizes legibility and consistent geometry. Its restrained construction and even color point to broad applicability across digital and print contexts without drawing attention away from the content.
Lowercase shapes lean on simple construction with open, readable forms, and the numerals follow the same geometric logic for consistent mixed-content settings. The overall design favors clarity and stability, with minimal stylistic quirks and a uniform visual color across lines.