Sans Normal Godaf 3 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Open Sans Soft' by Matteson Typographics and 'Fact' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, editorial subheads, wayfinding, packaging, posters, clean, efficient, sporty, contemporary, technical, add emphasis, save space, modernize tone, increase momentum, oblique, monolinear, compact, upright terminals, open apertures.
This typeface is an oblique sans with a compact set width and a consistently monolinear stroke. Curves are built from smooth, rounded forms, while straight strokes remain clean and unembellished, producing a crisp, contemporary rhythm. Letter shapes are relatively tall and space-efficient, with open counters and simple, direct terminals; the numerals follow the same streamlined construction with clear, readable silhouettes.
It is well-suited to interface labels, dashboards, and informational graphics where a compact, slanted sans can save space without sacrificing clarity. The oblique stance also works well for editorial subheads, sports or tech branding accents, and poster or packaging typography that benefits from a sense of speed and direction.
The overall tone feels modern and purposeful, with a forward-leaning energy that suggests motion and efficiency. Its restrained shapes and clean detailing read as practical and no-nonsense, with a slightly sporty, technical edge rather than a warm or decorative personality.
The design appears intended to provide a space-efficient, modern sans voice with an inherently dynamic emphasis. By keeping stroke contrast minimal and forms clean and rounded, it aims to remain legible in continuous text while projecting a contemporary, forward-leaning character.
Round characters like C, O, Q, and G keep generous internal space for clarity, while diagonals and joins (notably in K, V, W, X, and Y) emphasize the slanted, dynamic stance. The lowercase maintains straightforward, contemporary forms and a consistent texture in text, helping paragraphs look even and controlled.