Sans Superellipse Guman 4 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nomenclatur' by Aronetiv, 'Midnight Sans' by Colophon Foundry, 'Mazot' by Hurufatfont, 'DIN 2014' and 'DIN 2014 Rounded' by ParaType, and 'Core Gothic D' and 'Core Sans D' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, ui labels, friendly, modern, robust, approachable, confident, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, versatility, rounded, soft corners, geometric, compact, high clarity.
This typeface is a heavy, geometric sans with superelliptical construction: round letters resolve into rounded-rectangle bowls and terminals rather than true circles. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and corners are broadly radiused, producing a soft but sturdy silhouette. Counters are relatively open for the weight, apertures stay clear, and curves join stems with smooth transitions. The lowercase is straightforward and compact, with a single-storey “a” and “g”, a short-armed “r”, and simple, blocky forms that keep spacing and rhythm even in dense settings. Numerals are similarly solid and legible, with uniform weight and rounded joins.
It performs best in headlines, branding, packaging, and poster work where a bold, friendly geometric voice is desired. The sturdy shapes and open counters also suit short UI labels, buttons, and signage-like applications that benefit from high impact and quick recognition.
The overall tone is contemporary and friendly, balancing a playful softness from the rounded geometry with the authority of a strong, dark typographic color. It reads as approachable and practical rather than formal, with a clear, utilitarian voice suited to modern branding and interface contexts.
The design appears intended to merge geometric clarity with softened, rounded-rectangle forms to create a modern sans that feels both strong and welcoming. Its consistent stroke system and compact, simplified lowercase suggest an emphasis on reliability, legibility, and a distinct contemporary character at display and small text lengths.
At display sizes the rounded-square skeleton is especially apparent in bowls (e.g., O, C, e) and in the squarish shoulders and terminals across the set. The weight produces strong presence in headlines, while the open internal shapes help prevent letters from clogging when set tightly.