Sans Normal Afduj 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Allrounder Grotesk Condensed' by Identity Letters and 'PTL Maurea' by Primetype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, captions, subheads, infographics, posters, modern, clean, dynamic, friendly, technical, clarity, motion, utility, modernity, approachability, oblique, rounded, neutral, crisp, open.
A slanted sans with clean, low-contrast strokes and smoothly rounded curves. Letterforms are built from straightforward geometric shapes with open apertures and a steady rhythm, producing clear silhouettes even at smaller sizes. Terminals are mostly blunt and unadorned, while bowls and counters stay generous and even. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, giving the set a cohesive forward-leaning texture.
Works well for UI labels, navigation, and short blocks of text where a clean, slanted emphasis is helpful. It also suits captions, charts, and infographics thanks to its open shapes and even spacing, and can add a brisk, modern tone to posters and marketing headlines. Use the italic style as a primary voice when you want emphasis without switching families.
The overall tone feels contemporary and efficient, with a subtle sense of motion from the consistent slant. Rounded construction keeps it approachable rather than severe, making it read as friendly and practical. It suggests clarity and speed—well suited to interfaces and informational settings without becoming overly stylized.
The design appears intended as a utilitarian italic sans that stays neutral and legible while adding forward energy. Its geometric, rounded construction aims for broad clarity across mixed content, balancing a modern look with an approachable texture.
Uppercase forms stay simple and sturdy, while the lowercase introduces more distinctive shapes (notably in letters like a, g, and y) that add character without sacrificing clarity. Numerals follow the same oblique stance and rounded geometry, keeping text and UI elements visually consistent when mixing letters and numbers.