Sans Normal Ankum 9 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aaux' by T-26 and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body text, signage, branding, editorial, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, functional, versatility, clarity, modernity, systematic design, readability, geometric, rounded, minimal, crisp, even.
A clean sans with largely geometric construction and smooth, round bowls. Strokes are even and consistent, with tidy joins and minimal modulation, giving the forms a stable, contemporary feel. Counters are open and generously shaped, and curves (C, O, e, g, s) read as near-circular/elliptical with controlled terminals. The lowercase uses a simple, single-storey a and g, while the overall proportions stay balanced and straightforward across caps, lowercase, and figures.
This typeface suits UI and product text, dashboards, and general-purpose layouts where neutrality and readability are priorities. Its geometric, open forms also work well for signage and wayfinding at medium sizes, and for restrained branding systems that need a modern, consistent voice.
The font projects a modern, no-nonsense tone that still feels approachable due to its rounded geometry and open counters. It reads as neutral and utilitarian rather than expressive, supporting a calm, everyday voice in interfaces and brand systems. The rhythm is steady and uncluttered, emphasizing clarity over personality.
The design appears intended as a versatile, everyday sans that balances geometric cleanliness with comfortable readability. Its simplified lowercase structures and open counters suggest a focus on clarity in continuous text and on-screen use, while the disciplined, round construction keeps the overall impression contemporary and dependable.
The capitals are strong and compact with broad curves (O, D, G) and flat-sided horizontals (E, F, T) that reinforce a crisp, engineered look. Numerals are clear and simple, with rounded shapes in 0, 6, 8, and 9 and straightforward, legible forms for 1–4. Overall spacing appears comfortable in the sample text, supporting dense lines without looking cramped.