Sans Normal Apdab 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic' and 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic Paneuropean' by ITC and 'Avoidance Genevra' by UICreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, editorial, presentations, neutral, modern, clean, friendly, functional, versatility, clarity, modernism, systematic geometry, geometric, rounded, even, open apertures, monoline.
A clean, geometric sans with monoline strokes and broadly circular bowls. Terminals are mostly squared-off and crisp, while curves stay smooth and even, giving the design a stable rhythm. Uppercase forms are straightforward and built from simple geometry (notably round C/G/O/Q), and the lowercase keeps open counters and clear joins for easy scanning. Numerals follow the same restrained construction, with simple curves and consistent stroke behavior.
Works well for UI labels and product interfaces where clean shapes and even strokes support quick recognition. The neutral, geometric construction also suits contemporary branding and signage, and it holds together in editorial settings for headings and short-to-medium passages where a modern, uncluttered tone is desired.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, with a friendly clarity that avoids both rigidity and personality-heavy quirks. Its geometric roundness reads approachable and matter-of-fact, suited to communication that should feel current and unobtrusive.
Designed to deliver a broadly applicable geometric sans voice: simple construction, consistent curves, and a calm typographic color that prioritizes clarity and versatility across display and text contexts.
The uppercase Q uses a distinct, sweeping tail that stands out as a recognizable detail. The lowercase a is single-storey and the g is single-storey with a rounded bowl and a modest ear, reinforcing the geometric, modern feel. Spacing appears even and conservative, supporting a smooth line color in paragraph text.