Sans Normal Ankuw 4 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Between Century' by Adam Fathony, 'Riveruta' by Andfonts, '-OC Format Sans' by OtherwhereCollective, 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, branding, headlines, signage, editorial, modern, friendly, clean, confident, neutral, versatility, legibility, modernity, clarity, brand neutrality, geometric, rounded, open apertures, low contrast, crisp terminals.
A clean sans with a geometric skeleton and softly rounded curves. Strokes are even and low-contrast, with crisp, mostly straight terminals that keep the shapes feeling precise rather than soft or calligraphic. Counters are generous and round (notably in O/Q/0/8), and many letters show open apertures and simplified construction, supporting clear word shapes. Lowercase forms are straightforward and contemporary, with a single-storey a and g, a compact shoulder on r, and a simple, sturdy t; numerals are similarly geometric with smooth bowls and minimal detailing.
This font fits product UI and digital interfaces where clarity at varied sizes matters, and it scales well for bold, simple headlines. Its geometric, polished forms also work for contemporary branding, wayfinding and signage, and clean editorial layouts that need a neutral but friendly sans.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a calm, no-nonsense clarity. Its rounded geometry reads friendly and contemporary without becoming playful, giving it a dependable, neutral voice that suits a wide range of brands and interfaces.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary workhorse: geometric enough to feel modern and structured, but with softened curves and open forms to maintain readability and an approachable tone across display and text use.
In text settings the rhythm is steady and highly legible, with distinct letterforms and strong punctuation presence. The Q has a short, clean tail, and the figures favor clear silhouettes (e.g., a round 0 and balanced 8) that match the uppercase/lowercase style.