Sans Superellipse Abnen 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, ui labels, data tables, terminal, captions, technical, modern, utilitarian, clean, neutral, clarity, consistency, interface use, system utility, alignment, geometric, rounded, squared-off, modular, open apertures.
This typeface is a monospaced, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle construction and a distinctly modular rhythm. Strokes are uniform and low in contrast, with soft corners that keep shapes friendly while staying crisp. Round letters like C, G, O, and Q read as squarish superellipses, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, I, L) emphasize a grid-like structure. Counters are open and evenly proportioned, and terminals are cleanly cut, producing consistent texture in both uppercase and lowercase.
It performs especially well where column alignment and predictable spacing matter, such as coding environments, terminals, logs, and tabular readouts. The clear geometry and open counters also make it a solid choice for UI labels, settings screens, short instructions, and compact captions where a steady, controlled texture is desirable.
The overall tone is technical and contemporary, with a pragmatic, tool-like clarity. Its rounded geometry adds approachability without becoming playful, keeping the voice neutral and functional—well suited to interfaces and systems-oriented design.
The design appears intended to deliver a consistent, grid-aligned reading experience with minimal visual noise, balancing strict monospaced utility with softened corners for comfort. Its superelliptical forms suggest a focus on modern interface aesthetics while preserving the disciplined regularity needed for technical text.
The glyphs show strong alignment to the baseline and cap line, with generous internal space that helps prevent clogging at text sizes. Numerals follow the same superelliptical logic (notably the 0) and keep a steady, engineered feel that matches the alphabet.