Sans Normal Apkan 2 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'HK Nova' by Hanken Design Co.; 'Nanami', 'Nanami Pro', and 'Nanami Rounded Pro' by HyperFluro; 'Core Sans G' and 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core; 'Tafel Sans' by Sudtipos; and 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, headlines, packaging, neutral, modern, clean, friendly, straightforward, clarity, versatility, modernity, legibility, geometric, rounded, open apertures, crisp, even rhythm.
A clean sans with a geometric backbone and gently rounded curves. Strokes are even and consistent, with clear circular forms in letters like O and C and smooth, continuous curves in S and G. Counters are open and roomy, terminals are mostly straightforward (not flared), and the overall spacing and rhythm feel tidy and controlled. Lowercase shapes are simple and highly legible, with a single-storey a and g contributing to a contemporary, streamlined texture.
Works well for user interfaces, product branding, and signage where clarity and a contemporary feel are important. The clean construction and open counters also suit short-to-medium text settings in marketing materials, packaging, and editorial callouts.
The tone is neutral and modern, with a calm, approachable clarity. Its rounded geometry reads friendly without feeling playful, making it suitable for straightforward, informational typography as well as polished brand use.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans that prioritizes legibility and visual neutrality while retaining a subtly geometric, contemporary character.
The numerals follow the same clear, geometric construction, with round bowls and stable proportions that match the letterforms. Across both uppercase and lowercase, the design favors simple structure and consistent shapes, producing an even color in paragraph settings.