Sans Normal Myron 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Cosan' by Adtypo, 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold, 'Praxis Next' by Linotype, 'Newbery Sans Pro' by Sudtipos, and 'Indecise' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, playful, punchy, friendly, retro, attention-grabbing, friendly impact, display clarity, brand presence, chunky, rounded, soft-cornered, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded outer curves and subtly softened corners that keep the color dense without feeling sharp. Forms are built from broad strokes and generous curves, with tight apertures in letters like C, S, and e, and sturdy, almost block-like counters in D, O, and P. The lowercase is large and weighty, with short extenders and simplified, robust joins that maintain a consistent rhythm in text. Numerals are wide and solid, matching the letterforms with rounded bowls and strong verticals, creating an even, poster-like texture.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and large-format signage where its dense weight and rounded structure can command attention. It can work for brief callouts and labels, while longer text will appear very dark and tightly packed, making it more appropriate for display than extended reading.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, combining a friendly roundness with an assertive, headline-ready presence. It reads as approachable rather than technical, with a slightly retro, display-oriented energy that feels suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver maximum visual weight with friendly curvature, aiming for strong legibility at display sizes and a distinctive, energetic tone. The consistent stroke mass and compact counters suggest an intention to create a bold, contemporary display sans with a soft-edged personality.
The design favors mass and clarity over delicacy: terminals are generally blunt, curves are smooth and continuous, and interior spaces stay relatively tight, which increases impact at large sizes. In paragraph-like samples the texture becomes very dark and compact, emphasizing emphasis and punch more than airy readability.