Sans Normal Efgan 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, presentations, captions, clean, modern, calm, neutral, efficient, text emphasis, contemporary utility, clean readability, neutral voice, humanist, airy, open, rounded, oblique.
This typeface is a slanted sans with smooth, open curves and a restrained, even stroke. Letterforms lean consistently and keep a clean, contemporary geometry with subtly humanist proportions. Rounds (C, O, e, o) are generous and well-balanced, while straight strokes stay crisp without sharp, aggressive terminals. The lowercase reads with a straightforward, single-storey “a” and compact, tidy details, creating a clear rhythm in text. Numerals follow the same oblique construction, with simple shapes and unobtrusive modulation.
It suits interface copy, dashboards, and product experiences where a clean italic voice is needed for emphasis. It also works well for contemporary branding, presentation typography, and editorial subheads or pull quotes that benefit from a light, fluent slant.
Overall it feels modern and understated, with an efficient, workmanlike tone. The slant adds a sense of motion and emphasis without becoming expressive or decorative. It comes across as friendly and accessible rather than technical or formal.
The design appears intended as a practical, modern italic sans for clear communication, offering a polished emphasis style that remains legible and visually calm across paragraphs and mixed content.
The design maintains consistent slant and spacing in running text, producing an even color and a smooth line flow. Curves and joins are softened, giving the font a gentle finish that stays legible at typical UI and editorial sizes.