Sans Normal Allep 9 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Martian Grotesk' by Martian Fonts and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
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This sans serif features broad proportions with generous horizontal space and rounded, elliptical curves. Strokes are monolinear and steady, producing an even color in text. Terminals are mostly straight-cut with softened joins, and many counters are open and roomy, aiding clarity. The lowercase shows simple, contemporary constructions with a double-storey “a,” compact shoulders, and a tidy, unobtrusive dot on “i” and “j,” while the numerals follow the same smooth, open, rounded logic.
Its broad shapes and even stroke weight suit interface labels, dashboards, and wayfinding where quick recognition matters. The wide stance also performs well in short headlines, posters, and packaging systems that want a clean, contemporary sans with an approachable edge. In longer text, the open counters and steady rhythm support comfortable reading at moderate sizes.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a straightforward, functional voice with gentle softness from the rounded forms. It reads as calm and non-showy, aiming for clarity rather than personality-forward styling.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, general-purpose sans that prioritizes legibility and a smooth, rounded geometry. Its proportions suggest it’s meant to feel spacious and confident in display settings while remaining clear and disciplined in text.
Wide capitals and circular letters like O and Q emphasize the font’s horizontal stance, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) stay crisp and stable. In paragraph settings the spacing and open counters help prevent crowding, keeping a consistent, readable texture.