Sans Normal Askam 12 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, body text, editorial, branding, signage, modern, clean, neutral, friendly, tech, versatility, legibility, modernity, system design, geometric, rounded, open, crisp, balanced.
A clean, monoline sans with predominantly geometric construction and gently rounded joins. Curves are smooth and even, with generous apertures and clear counters that keep shapes open and legible. The uppercase leans toward simple, circular/elliptical forms (notably in C, O, and G) with straight-sided structure elsewhere, while the lowercase uses single-storey forms (a, g) and a round, modern rhythm. Terminals are mostly straight and crisp, creating a tidy, contemporary texture in text.
This font suits interface copy, product UI, and general-purpose text where neutrality and clarity are priorities. It also works well for contemporary branding systems, wayfinding, and editorial layouts that benefit from a clean, geometric sans with a friendly edge.
The overall tone is modern and restrained, projecting clarity and approachability rather than personality-heavy expressiveness. Its rounded geometry gives it a friendly, current feel that reads as quietly “tech” without becoming cold or rigid.
The design appears intended as a versatile, modern sans that prioritizes legibility and consistency through simple geometric shapes and open letterforms. It aims to provide a dependable, contemporary voice for everyday typography across digital and print contexts.
Proportions feel evenly paced with consistent stroke treatment across letters and numerals. The numerals are straightforward and readable, matching the font’s geometric logic and maintaining a calm, uniform color in running text.