Sans Normal Ankum 5 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink and 'TT Commons Classic', 'TT Commons™️ Pro', and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, wayfinding, product labels, presentations, clean, neutral, modern, friendly, technical, clarity, versatility, modernity, legibility, geometric, rounded, open counters, plainspoken, efficient.
A clean sans with geometric construction and smooth, round curves paired with straight, squared terminals. Bowls and counters are largely circular, giving letters like O, C, and G a consistent, measured rhythm, while vertical strokes stay steady and even. The lowercase shows straightforward, compact shapes with a single-storey a and g and simple, closed forms; the overall texture is tidy and regular across mixed-case settings. Numerals are clear and fairly linear in construction, with rounded forms on 0/8/9 and simple angles on 4/7, supporting an even typographic color in text.
This font suits user interfaces, dashboards, and general-purpose digital typography where clarity and consistency are important. Its steady geometry and open shapes also work well for signage and wayfinding, as well as straightforward branding and packaging that calls for a modern, no-nonsense sans.
The tone is neutral and contemporary, with a mild friendliness from its rounded geometry and uncluttered detailing. It feels utilitarian without being cold, suggesting clarity and approachability for everyday interfaces and informational design.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans that emphasizes clean geometry and dependable legibility. Its simplified forms and even rhythm suggest a focus on functional communication across headings and short-to-medium text.
Letterforms prioritize legibility through open apertures and restrained contrast, producing stable word shapes at larger sizes. The shapes read as deliberately simplified, with minimal idiosyncrasies and consistent curvature that keeps lines of text visually calm.