Sans Normal Afboy 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Basis Grotesque Mono' by Colophon Foundry, 'Fonetika Mono' by Tokotype, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code ui, terminal, dashboards, posters, headlines, technical, modern, punchy, utilitarian, confident, ui clarity, alignment, emphasis, speed, systematic, slanted, geometric, clean, compact, sturdy.
A slanted, heavy sans with monospaced rhythm and compact proportions. Letterforms are built from broad, low-contrast strokes with rounded curves and squared-off terminals, creating a solid, blocky silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and apertures stay controlled, while round characters (O, C, G) read as geometric ovals. The overall texture is dense and uniform, with consistent character widths and even spacing that maintains a steady cadence in text.
Well suited to code-adjacent interfaces, terminal-style displays, and UI elements where fixed character width helps alignment. Its strong presence also works for compact headlines, technical posters, labels, and data-forward layouts that benefit from a dense, consistent typographic color.
The font feels technical and contemporary, with a pragmatic, engineered tone. Its forward-leaning stance adds urgency and motion, while the sturdy weight gives it a confident, no-nonsense voice suited to functional communication.
The design appears intended to merge a monospaced, utility-driven structure with a bold, italicized emphasis for faster scanning and stronger hierarchy. It aims for a modern, geometric clarity that stays consistent across letters and numerals while maintaining a distinctive, forward-leaning energy.
In the sample text, the monospaced structure produces a clear grid-like alignment and a strong horizontal flow. The combination of heavy weight and slant creates high visual presence, making short strings and labels stand out while still retaining a systematic, tool-like regularity.