Sans Normal Efkos 11 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akagi', 'Akagi Pro', 'Anago', and 'Macha' by Positype and 'Premium Sans' by ZeeshanFoundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, editorial, captions, presentations, infographics, modern, clean, calm, technical, neutral, clarity, emphasis, utility, contemporary, monoline, slanted, open apertures, humanist, rounded.
A slanted, monoline sans with smooth, rounded curves and a steady, even rhythm. Strokes remain consistent across straight and curved segments, with crisp terminals and minimal detailing. Capitals are tall and clean with generous internal spaces (notably in C, O, and G), while lowercase forms are simple and open, keeping counters clear at text sizes. Numerals follow the same restrained construction, with straightforward shapes and an overall unobtrusive texture in paragraphs.
This font fits interface text, dashboards, and product typography where a clean slanted sans is needed for emphasis or hierarchy. It also works well for editorial leads, captions, and informational layouts like charts and infographics, maintaining legibility while adding a subtle forward-leaning dynamism.
The tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, leaning toward a pragmatic, engineered feel rather than expressive calligraphy. Its slant adds a sense of motion and emphasis while staying composed and readable, giving it a polite, modern voice suited to informational design.
The design appears intended as a functional italic companion or standalone slanted sans: modern, clear, and consistent, prioritizing readability and a smooth, neutral texture across both display snippets and longer text.
The italic angle is consistent across the set, and the drawing favors openness over tight joins, helping maintain clarity in dense lines. Curves are smoothly tensioned and round, producing an even grayscale and a tidy, understated presence in running text.