Sans Normal Edrar 5 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Grotesque' by Monotype and 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, captions, data displays, packaging, modern, efficient, clean, technical, neutral, space saving, forward motion, functional clarity, modern branding, slanted, condensed, crisp, minimal, open.
A slanted sans with condensed proportions and a steady, even stroke. Curves are smooth and controlled, with largely closed, elliptical counters and a compact overall footprint. Terminals are mostly straight and cleanly cut, producing a crisp silhouette, while rounded characters keep a soft geometric continuity. The rhythm is consistent across uppercase and lowercase, with straightforward construction and minimal ornament.
Well suited to interface labels, navigation, and compact settings where horizontal space is limited. It can also work for signage, technical documentation, tables, and product packaging where a modern, efficient texture is desirable. In editorial contexts it fits best for short runs, pull quotes, or headings where the slant and compactness add emphasis.
The tone reads contemporary and utilitarian—focused on speed, clarity, and a streamlined look rather than warmth or nostalgia. Its slant adds energy and forward motion, giving text a subtle sense of momentum while staying restrained and professional.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving, contemporary sans voice with a built-in sense of motion. It prioritizes clean construction and consistent texture for practical communication in modern layouts.
Figures follow the same compact, slanted logic as the letters, maintaining a cohesive texture in mixed alphanumeric settings. The condensed width creates tight word shapes that can feel emphatic, especially in all-caps or short lines, and the open spacing between strokes helps keep forms from feeling cramped.