Sans Normal Opded 12 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Delargo DT' by DTP Types, 'ITC Stone Sans II' by ITC, 'Dialog' by Linotype, 'Joanna Sans Nova' by Monotype, 'Organic Pro' by Positype, 'Cora' by TypeTogether, and 'Petala Pro' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, confident, clean, straightforward, impact, clarity, modernity, versatility, approachability, geometric, rounded, sturdy, high impact, compact counters.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and rounded bowl construction. Strokes are uniform and sturdy with clean terminals, producing a smooth, contemporary texture. Uppercase forms are wide and stable, with circular curves in letters like C, G, and O and simple, straight-sided structures in E, F, H, and N. Lowercase shows compact, closed counters (notably in a, e, and s), a single-storey g, and a short-shouldered r, contributing to a dense, solid color in text. Numerals are similarly weighty and open, designed to read clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, large typography, and brand applications where a bold, clean presence is needed. It should work well for packaging, signage, and short marketing copy, especially when set with comfortable tracking to preserve clarity in the tight counters.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, balancing a friendly roundness with assertive weight. It feels pragmatic and confident rather than quirky, making it suitable for clear, no-nonsense messaging with a contemporary voice.
Designed to deliver maximum legibility and impact through simple geometry, broad proportions, and consistent stroke weight. The intent appears to be a versatile, contemporary display sans that reads confidently while maintaining an approachable, rounded character.
The strong weight and compact interior spaces create a dark, punchy text color; spacing appears generous enough to keep the heavy shapes from clogging in short words. Curves are consistently smooth and circular, giving the face a cohesive geometric rhythm across letters and figures.