Sans Normal Menid 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Galvani' by Hoftype; 'Neue Haas Unica' and 'Neue Haas Unica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'Scatio' by Wahyu and Sani Co.; and 'Clinto', 'Inovasi', and 'Nova Pro' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, ads, sporty, energetic, confident, contemporary, punchy, impact, speed, attention, branding, display, oblique, rounded, geometric, soft corners, compact counters.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and rounded, geometric curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and terminals are clean and mostly blunt, giving the forms a solid, blocky feel without sharp aggression. Counters are compact (notably in B, P, R, a, e, and 8), while bowls and rounds (O, Q, o, 0) read as smooth ellipses. The rhythm is forward-leaning and dense, with sturdy joins and a generally even color that stays strong in both uppercase and lowercase.
This font suits short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, promotional graphics, and packaging where bold, forward motion is desirable. It also works well for logo-style wordmarks and big display numerals, especially in contexts that benefit from a modern, energetic voice.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, high-impact presence that feels built for attention. The oblique slant adds motion and urgency, while the rounded geometry keeps it friendly and modern rather than technical or severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a sense of speed, using heavy, rounded geometric construction and an oblique stance to create momentum. Its simplified shapes and dense texture prioritize immediate presence and brandable clarity in display typography.
Distinctive details include a single-storey lowercase “a” and “g,” a compact, curved “e,” and numerals that are bold and highly simplified for quick recognition. The strong italic angle and tight internal spaces make it most effective at larger sizes where the heavy shapes can breathe.