Sans Normal Afdes 7 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Centra Mono' by Monotype and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Hoves Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui labels, technical docs, terminals, tables, utilitarian, technical, contemporary, straightforward, industrial, alignment, clarity, disambiguation, ui utility, technical reading, slanted, geometric, clean, crisp, compact.
A clean, slanted sans with monospaced spacing and an overall geometric construction. Strokes are even and low-contrast, with rounded curves on bowls and counters balanced by crisp, straight terminals. Uppercase forms read sturdy and simplified, while lowercase maintains a compact, workmanlike rhythm; the single-storey a and g and the plain, open shapes keep the texture uncluttered. Figures are clear and consistent in width, with a distinctly slashed zero that improves differentiation in dense settings.
Well suited to code editors, terminal-style interfaces, and any layout where alignment matters, such as tables, forms, logs, and configuration readouts. It also fits utilitarian UI labels and technical documentation where clear differentiation between characters is important.
The tone is practical and no-nonsense, evoking coding, labeling, and technical documentation rather than expressive display. Its italic slant adds forward motion while keeping a controlled, engineered feel.
The design appears intended for structured, alignment-sensitive text, prioritizing consistency and legibility through monospaced metrics and simplified, geometric letterforms. The italic stance suggests a companion style for emphasis while retaining the same disciplined, grid-friendly behavior.
The fixed character width creates a strong vertical grid and predictable rhythm, especially visible in the sample text. Letterforms favor clarity over personality, with minimal detailing and straightforward joins that keep the silhouette clean at small sizes.