Sans Normal Uhdum 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Georgian', and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'M Ying Hei HK' by Monotype HK; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Arabic' and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, reports, signage, forms, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, practical, legibility, utility, versatility, clarity, humanist, open forms, rounded terminals, large counters, even rhythm.
This typeface presents a clean sans construction with gently rounded curves and mostly straight, unmodulated strokes. Bowls and counters are generous and open, giving letters like C, G, e, and s an airy feel, while verticals read steady and consistent. Uppercase proportions are compact and workmanlike, with clear geometry in O and Q and a simple, sturdy E/F. The lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a compact t with a short crossbar, and a straightforward, legible y with a curved descender, all contributing to an even text color and predictable rhythm.
It suits general-purpose reading environments such as interfaces, dashboards, documentation, and reports where consistent rhythm and clear letterforms matter. The open counters and straightforward punctuation make it a solid choice for informational signage, forms, and any layout that prioritizes legibility over display eccentricity.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, with a slightly warm, approachable feel from the rounded curves and open apertures. It reads as professional without feeling rigid, balancing clarity with a calm, everyday voice.
The design appears intended as a versatile, no-nonsense sans for everyday typography—prioritizing clarity, stable proportions, and an unobtrusive texture that holds up across a range of sizes and content types.
Numerals are clear and contemporary, with easily distinguished shapes (notably the open-top 4 and rounded 3/8/9), supporting quick scanning in text. Curved letters maintain smooth continuity, and joins remain tidy, which helps the face stay crisp in both short labels and paragraph settings.