Sans Superellipse Apsi 3 is a very light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, wayfinding, packaging, headlines, minimal, modern, clinical, calm, precise, geometric clarity, systematic design, modern utility, softened tech, monoline, rounded, geometric, clean, open.
This typeface is built from monoline strokes and softly squared, superellipse-like curves that keep counters and bowls smooth and evenly tensioned. Terminals are clean and largely unflared, with rounded joins and a consistent, engineered rhythm. Proportions feel airy, with generous spacing and open apertures; round letters lean toward rounded-rectangle silhouettes rather than pure circles. Numerals follow the same geometric logic, with simple forms and restrained curvature that keeps the set cohesive in text.
It suits interface typography and product experiences where a clean, modern tone and clear shapes are desired. The wide, open construction also works well for contemporary branding, signage/wayfinding, and packaging where a restrained, geometric look helps maintain clarity and consistency. In headlines and short blocks of copy, the superellipse forms become a recognizable stylistic signature without feeling decorative.
The overall tone is quiet and contemporary, leaning toward a neutral, utilitarian voice with a slightly futuristic edge. Its rounded geometry softens the technical feel, producing a friendly but still precise impression that stays composed at both display and reading sizes.
The font appears intended to translate a geometric, superellipse construction into a practical, readable sans for contemporary design systems. It prioritizes consistent stroke logic and smooth, rounded-rectangle forms to create a distinctive yet controlled texture across both display and text settings.
The design shows a clear preference for squarish rounds and consistent stroke behavior across cases, creating a uniform texture in paragraphs. The sample text demonstrates steady baseline discipline and an even color, with distinctive rounded-rectangular ‘O’ shapes that reinforce the font’s geometric identity.