Sans Normal Ohlal 5 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Digital Sans' by Blaze Type and 'Madani' and 'Madani Arabic' by NamelaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, approachable, confident, playful, approachability, impact, simplicity, clarity, contemporary feel, rounded, geometric, soft corners, high contrast shapes, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded geometric sans with smooth circular bowls and softly chamfered/rounded terminals. Strokes are consistently thick, producing a compact, sturdy texture with generous counters in letters like O, Q, and e. Curves dominate the construction, while straight stems remain blunt and stable; diagonals in V/W/X are clean and sharply defined against the otherwise soft rhythm. Lowercase forms read as simple and contemporary, with single-storey a and g, a round i dot, and a compact, closed e with a strong horizontal bar.
Best suited for display use where its rounded geometry and heavy presence can carry headlines, logos, packaging, and short UI labels. It will also work well for signage and promotional graphics that need an approachable but assertive voice, especially when set with ample leading and breathing room.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a warm, approachable softness that keeps the weight from feeling severe. Its rounded geometry suggests a casual, upbeat voice suited to consumer-facing messages, while the consistent heaviness adds confidence and impact.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly geometric look that prioritizes clarity and visual punch over delicate detail. Rounded construction and simplified lowercase shapes aim for broad, contemporary appeal and strong legibility in prominent sizes.
At text sizes the dense weight creates a strong typographic color, so spacing and line breaks will noticeably shape readability. The numerals are robust and simple, matching the letterforms’ rounded geometry and making them suitable for large, attention-grabbing settings.