Sans Superellipse Edlag 5 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, ui display, sports graphics, futuristic, technical, aerodynamic, minimal, space-saving, modernization, motion, systematic, monoline, condensed, rounded corners, squarish, oblique stress.
A condensed, monoline sans with a consistent forward slant and softly squared (superelliptical) curves. Strokes maintain an even thickness with rounded corners and squared-off counters, creating a sleek, engineered rhythm. Terminals are clean and understated, with compact apertures and a tall, upright silhouette that reads efficiently in tight settings. The numerals and capitals follow the same rounded-rectangle geometry, giving the set a unified, modular look.
Best suited for display roles where a crisp, forward-leaning voice is desirable—headlines, posters, packaging, and identity work with a modern or performance-oriented theme. It can also work for UI or product graphics in larger sizes where the condensed forms and squared counters remain clear.
The overall tone feels fast, modern, and utilitarian—evoking motorsport, industrial labeling, and contemporary sci‑fi interfaces. Its disciplined geometry and controlled curves project precision and motion rather than warmth or tradition.
The design appears intended to combine italic momentum with a compact, space-efficient footprint, using superelliptical geometry to keep curves consistent across letters and numerals. The result prioritizes a cohesive, contemporary system look that remains clean and legible at display sizes.
The slanted construction and condensed proportions emphasize verticality, while the rounded-square bowls and counters keep forms stable and cohesive. The texture in paragraph samples stays even and streamlined, favoring a clean, technical presence over expressive calligraphic variation.