Sans Normal Abdef 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Linear Grotesk' by Designova, 'Innova' by Durotype, 'Post Grotesk' by Monotype, and 'Peter' by Vibrant Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, headlines, subheads, captions, modern, clean, businesslike, neutral, technical, emphasis, clarity, modernization, versatility, slanted, rounded, smooth, open, crisp.
This is a slanted sans with smooth, rounded curves and largely monolinear strokes. Letterforms are built from clean geometric arcs with open apertures and simplified joins, giving a crisp, uncluttered texture in text. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed or wide, with steady spacing and a consistent forward lean across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
It suits interface and product typography where a clear, modern slanted sans is needed, and it also works well for headings, subheads, and short blocks of emphasis in editorial or marketing layouts. The clean construction and even rhythm make it a dependable choice for captions and mixed alphanumeric content.
The overall tone is contemporary and pragmatic—polished enough for professional communication while staying neutral and unobtrusive. The italic angle adds a sense of motion and emphasis without becoming expressive or calligraphic.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic companion for a modern sans system: neutral, legible, and structured, with just enough slant to provide emphasis and momentum while preserving clarity.
Counters are generous and curves are continuously drawn, which keeps the silhouette soft even at larger sizes. Numerals follow the same rounded, straightforward construction, supporting a cohesive typographic color in mixed text and figures.