Sans Superellipse Abdov 12 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, headlines, dashboards, branding, clean, modern, neutral, technical, efficient, space economy, clarity, modernization, systematic tone, distinct geometry, rounded, compact, uniform, geometric, crisp.
A compact, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) curves and largely monolinear strokes. Counters are open and smooth, with squared-off terminals that read cleanly at display sizes. Round letters like C, O, and G feel more “rectangular” than circular, while verticals stay straight and steady, creating a disciplined rhythm. The overall width is tight, with tall, efficient capitals and a consistent, no-nonsense texture across lines of text.
It suits interface labels, navigation, and compact editorial heads where space efficiency and clarity matter. The sturdy geometry and clean forms also work well for wayfinding/signage, product branding, and data-forward environments such as dashboards or technical collateral.
The tone is contemporary and utilitarian, balancing friendliness from the softened corners with a precise, engineered feel. It reads as straightforward and dependable rather than expressive or playful, lending a calm, controlled voice to headings and interface-style text.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving, highly legible sans with a distinctive superellipse skeleton—modern enough to feel current, but neutral enough to serve as a reliable workhorse in functional layouts.
Distinctive superellipse shaping gives the font a recognizable silhouette, especially in the rounded letters and numerals. Diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are sharp and confident, and punctuation/dots appear solid and simple, reinforcing the font’s clean, functional character.