Sans Normal Anlul 1 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Georgian', and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'M Ying Hei HK' by Monotype HK; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Arabic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, headlines, posters, branding, modern, clean, friendly, confident, utilitarian, clarity, neutrality, modernization, readability, simplicity, rounded, geometric, neutral, crisp, open.
A solid, geometric sans with round counters and smoothly drawn curves paired with straight, firmly cut terminals. Proportions feel compact and efficient, with consistent stroke weight and a steady rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” simple vertical stems, and open apertures that keep shapes clear at larger sizes. Numerals are sturdy and straightforward, with broad forms and minimal modulation.
It suits interface labels, dashboards, and navigation where a sturdy sans with clear shapes is helpful. The bold presence and even texture also work well for headlines, posters, and straightforward brand systems that want a modern, clean impression.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, with a friendly softness coming from its rounded bowls and even color. It reads as confident and pragmatic rather than expressive, giving text a clean, approachable voice.
The font appears designed to deliver a dependable, contemporary sans voice with geometric clarity and consistent weight, prioritizing legibility and an even typographic color for general-purpose display and short-to-medium text.
The design emphasizes clear silhouette and consistent spacing, producing an even texture in paragraphs. Round letters like C, O, and G lean on circular geometry, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain crisp and stable, contributing to a balanced, no-nonsense feel.