Sans Superellipse Umfu 7 is a bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, packaging, gaming ui, techy, futuristic, industrial, sporty, mechanical, impact, modernity, systematic, clarity, branding, rounded corners, squared curves, extended, geometric, blocky.
A heavy, extended sans built from squared-off curves and rounded-rectangle (superelliptic) bowls. Corners are consistently softened rather than sharp, and horizontals and verticals stay visually even, producing a sturdy, engineered texture. Counters tend toward rectangular apertures, terminals are mostly blunt, and joins are clean and compact, giving the alphabet a tight, modular rhythm. The x-height reads high relative to capitals, and the overall width is generous, creating a broad, assertive footprint in lines of text.
Best suited to display sizes where its wide stance and rounded-square geometry can set a strong voice—headlines, branding marks, posters, and packaging. It also fits UI or on-screen contexts for games or tech products where a robust, engineered look is desirable. In longer text blocks, its dense weight and compact counters suggest using it sparingly for emphasis rather than continuous reading.
The font conveys a contemporary, tech-forward tone with a distinctly industrial and utilitarian edge. Its rounded-square geometry feels like product design and interface hardware—confident, controlled, and slightly futuristic. The extended proportions add a sporty, display-driven energy that reads well in bold, high-impact settings.
The design appears intended to merge geometric clarity with softened, superelliptic rounding, creating a bold, modern sans that feels manufactured and precise. By combining broad proportions with blunt terminals and consistent corner radii, it aims for high-impact presence and a cohesive, futuristic system across letters and numerals.
The superelliptic construction is especially evident in rounded letters like O/Q and the curved shoulders of b/d/p, where curves flatten subtly before turning the corner. Diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are sturdy and open, helping maintain clarity despite the weight. Numerals share the same squared-round logic, with broad forms and compact interior openings.