Sans Normal Dalir 3 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, captions, data tables, posters, packaging, minimal, modern, clinical, neutral, technical, space saving, clarity, utility, modernity, monolinear, condensed, open counters, rounded joins, clean terminals.
A monolinear sans with condensed proportions and a tidy, engineered rhythm. Strokes are consistently thin and even, with smooth curves and rounded joins that keep bowls and apertures clean. The spacing feels controlled and a bit airy, helping narrow letters remain legible; counters stay open in forms like C, e, and a, while verticals dominate in I, l, and n. Terminals are clean and unadorned, and the overall construction favors simple geometry over calligraphic modulation.
This font works well where horizontal space is limited, such as UI labels, navigation, captions, and tabular or dashboard-style layouts. At display sizes it can deliver a sleek, contemporary look for posters, packaging, and minimalist branding systems, especially when a clean, narrow voice is desired.
The tone is restrained and contemporary, reading as quiet, precise, and functional rather than expressive. Its narrow build and even stroke give it a slightly clinical, interface-ready feel that suits information-forward typography.
The design appears intended to provide a space-efficient, modern sans optimized for clarity and orderly texture. Its consistent stroke weight and straightforward construction suggest a focus on neutrality and dependable readability in information-driven contexts.
In the sample text, the font holds together well at larger sizes, where the slim strokes and tight letterforms create an elegant, linear texture. Round letters remain smooth and stable, while diagonals (such as in V, W, X, and Y) add a subtle sharpness to the otherwise soft, streamlined forms.