Sans Normal Dabab 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, body text, editorial, forms, wayfinding, clean, neutral, modern, utilitarian, friendly, readability, clarity, versatility, neutrality, simplicity, open apertures, even color, rounded terminals, generous spacing, simple geometry.
A clean sans with simple, near-monoline construction and softly rounded curves. Proportions feel balanced and readable, with open counters and straightforward shapes that avoid stylized quirks. Rounds (C, O, Q) are smooth and regular, while verticals and horizontals keep an even rhythm; terminals generally read as gently softened rather than sharply cut. The lowercase shows a two-storey “a,” compact bowls, and clear differentiation between similar forms, while numerals are plain and evenly proportioned for continuous text.
This font is well-suited to user interfaces, documents, and editorial layouts where a steady, unobtrusive rhythm is important. Its open shapes and regular spacing make it a solid choice for forms, labels, captions, and navigational or informational text that needs to stay clear at varying sizes.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, leaning practical rather than expressive. Its smooth geometry and open forms give it a calm, approachable feel that suits informational and everyday communication.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose sans optimized for clear reading and a tidy typographic color. It prioritizes straightforward geometry, consistent proportions, and low-friction legibility for broad everyday use.
Letterspacing appears comfortable in both the grid and paragraph sample, producing an even texture in longer lines. The design relies on consistent stroke behavior and uncomplicated joins, favoring clarity and predictability over personality-driven details.