Sans Normal Derot 11 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, body text, editorial, packaging, signage, clean, friendly, modern, casual, airy, readability, approachability, neutrality, modernity, monoline, rounded, open counters, soft terminals, humanist.
A monoline sans with rounded construction and gently softened terminals. Strokes stay even and smooth, with open apertures and generous internal counters that keep letters clear at small sizes. Proportions feel compact with a modest x-height and relatively tall ascenders, while spacing is slightly loose, giving the text an airy rhythm. Curves are consistently circular/elliptical, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain crisp without sharp, aggressive points.
This font suits interface and product text where a clean, approachable voice is needed, as well as short editorial passages and captions. Its open counters and steady stroke behavior also make it a solid choice for signage and packaging copy that should feel modern but not stark.
The overall tone is approachable and contemporary, with a calm, unpretentious feel. Its soft curves and restrained detailing read as friendly and easygoing rather than technical or formal.
The design appears intended to provide a straightforward, readable sans with softened geometry—balancing modern round forms with a lightly human, conversational presence for everyday typography.
The figures are simple and legible with straightforward shapes, and the punctuation appears light and unobtrusive. Round letters (C, O, Q) show smooth, even curvature, while straight-sided forms maintain a clean, uncluttered silhouette.