Sans Superellipse Alraf 5 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, wayfinding, branding, packaging, dashboards, techy, geometric, clean, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, modernity, systematic design, distinctive numerals, interface readiness, rounded corners, octagonal forms, soft terminals, open apertures, uniform strokes.
This typeface is built from a geometric, rounded-rectangle skeleton: bowls and counters read as softened octagons, with consistently chamfered/rounded corners instead of fully circular curves. Strokes are uniform and steady, producing a crisp, engineered rhythm with minimal contrast. Curves transition into straights with tight radii, and terminals tend to end flat or softly squared, reinforcing a structured, modular feel. The lowercase is simple and legible with compact joins, while figures and uppercase maintain the same faceted roundness for a cohesive system look.
It suits UI and product contexts where clarity and a modern geometric voice are needed—navigation, settings labels, dashboards, and device or software branding. The faceted round forms also work well for signage, packaging, and logotypes that want a clean, engineered look without feeling sharp or aggressive.
The overall tone feels contemporary and technical—clean and purposeful—while the rounded corners add approachability. It suggests digital interfaces, product labeling, and modern industrial design rather than editorial warmth or calligraphic personality.
The design appears intended to merge geometric precision with softened corners, creating a streamlined sans that reads as systematic and contemporary. Consistent corner treatment and uniform stroke behavior suggest a focus on repeatable shapes and unambiguous character recognition in practical applications.
Several glyphs emphasize the superelliptical theme (notably O/0/8 and rounded counters), and the numerals appear designed for clarity, with a slashed zero to avoid ambiguity. The shapes keep a consistent corner language across cases, giving the font a strong visual signature even at smaller sizes.