Sans Normal Osrob 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'MS Reference Sans Serif' and 'Verdana' by Microsoft Corporation, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, 'Nuno' by Type.p, and 'Nova Pro' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, packaging, modern, confident, friendly, utilitarian, punchy, impact, clarity, modernity, simplicity, geometric, rounded, clean, sturdy, high-impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and consistently round bowls and counters. Curves are smooth and near-circular, while straight strokes terminate with clean, square ends, creating a crisp, engineered feel. The lowercase shows simple, compact shapes with single-storey forms where visible (notably the “a”), generous apertures, and a sturdy, even rhythm across text. Numerals are large and solid, with rounded forms and clear differentiation in the set.
Best suited for display roles such as headlines, branding marks, poster typography, and signage where strong presence and clarity are priorities. It can also work for short UI labels or packaging callouts when you want a solid, modern voice without decorative styling.
The overall tone is direct and contemporary, with a friendly softness from the rounded geometry but a strong, assertive presence from the dense stroke weight. It reads as practical and no-nonsense, suited to messaging that needs to feel confident and immediately legible.
Likely designed to deliver a modern, geometric sans look with maximum impact and straightforward readability, emphasizing simple construction, round forms, and consistent, sturdy stroke behavior for bold communication.
Round letters (C, O, Q) lean strongly geometric, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are wide and stable, reinforcing the font’s big footprint. The high visual mass makes word shapes bold and compact, helping headlines hold structure even at distance.