Sans Normal Efbud 13 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, captions, presentations, editorial, infographics, modern, clean, calm, technical, neutral, clear emphasis, modern utility, neutral branding, readable text, humanist, oblique, open apertures, rounded terminals, generous spacing.
This typeface is a slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and minimal stroke modulation. Letterforms lean consistently to the right with gently tapered joins and rounded terminals that keep the texture soft rather than sharp. Curves are broad and even (notably in C, O, Q, and S), while straight strokes stay simple and unadorned; the result is an even, airy rhythm in both caps and lowercase. The lowercase shows open, readable shapes with a single-storey “a” and a simple “g,” and the numerals follow the same streamlined, oval-driven logic.
It suits interface labels, dashboards, and product copy where a clean oblique sans is useful for emphasis without sacrificing legibility. The smooth shapes and even spacing also make it a good fit for presentations, infographics, and editorial sidebars where a contemporary, understated tone is desired.
The overall tone is modern and unobtrusive, with a calm, straightforward voice. Its oblique stance adds a sense of motion and contemporary polish without becoming expressive or decorative, making it feel professional and quietly energetic.
The design appears intended to provide a modern, legible italic voice for general-purpose typography—capable of emphasis and hierarchy while staying neutral and consistent across letters and figures.
Counters are open and proportions are balanced, which helps maintain clarity in continuous text. The cap set reads clean and geometric-leaning, while the lowercase introduces a slightly more human rhythm through softer curves and simple, functional details.