Sans Superellipse Abnod 17 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Iki Mono' by CAST and 'Adelle Mono' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, terminal ui, tables, data display, technical documentation, utilitarian, technical, neutral, minimal, workmanlike, alignment, clarity, system ui, utility, square-round, boxy, modular, crisp, plainspoken.
A monospaced sans with a square-round, superellipse-driven skeleton: curves read as rounded rectangles, and straight strokes terminate in clean, flat ends. The design keeps stroke weight even and corners consistently softened, producing a steady, mechanical rhythm in both uppercase and lowercase. Proportions feel compact and efficiently spaced, with open counters and straightforward construction that prioritizes clarity over flourish. Numerals follow the same disciplined geometry, pairing simple verticals with rounded bowls and stable baselines.
Well suited to coding and terminal environments where predictable spacing matters, as well as tables, logs, and aligned data. It also works effectively for technical documentation, UI labels, and any layout that benefits from a consistent, columnar typographic rhythm.
The overall tone is pragmatic and technical, with a calm, no-nonsense voice that feels at home in tools, interfaces, and structured text. Its rounded-square forms soften the engineering vibe slightly, keeping it friendly without becoming casual or decorative.
The font appears designed to deliver reliable, system-like readability in structured text while using rounded-square geometry to create a cohesive, modern texture. It emphasizes consistency and alignment, suggesting an intention toward practical use in interfaces and utility-driven typography.
The uniform character widths create a strong grid-like texture in paragraphs, and the consistent rounding across joins and curves helps maintain cohesion at smaller sizes. Shapes like the bowls and diagonals keep a restrained, modular feel, reinforcing an orderly, system-oriented look.