Sans Normal Ulmer 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, editorial, infographics, forms, wayfinding, clean, modern, calm, functional, neutral, space saving, clarity, neutral branding, information density, condensed, monoline, open apertures, humanist touch, high legibility.
A condensed, monoline sans with tall proportions and a steady, even rhythm. Curves are smoothly rounded and terminals are clean and unembellished, while joins stay crisp and controlled. Counters are generally open and clear, helping letters stay distinct at text sizes; the lowercase shows a tall x-height and compact extenders that keep lines tight. Numerals follow the same straightforward geometry, with simple forms and consistent stroke behavior across the set.
Well suited for space-conscious settings such as UI labels, dashboards, tables, and forms where a compact measure helps. It also fits editorial subheads, captions, and information-dense layouts, and can work for signage or wayfinding when a narrow width is beneficial.
The overall tone is modern and restrained, reading as efficient and matter-of-fact rather than expressive. Its narrow, vertical stance gives it a focused, editorial feel, while the rounded construction keeps it approachable and calm.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, legible condensed sans for practical communication, prioritizing clarity and efficient use of horizontal space while maintaining a smooth, contemporary texture in running text.
Round letters (like C, O, Q) are slightly ovalized to match the condensed width, and diagonal-heavy forms (A, V, W, X, Y) keep a sharp, vertical emphasis. The sample text shows consistent spacing and a clear baseline, producing a tidy texture in paragraphs and long lines.