Sans Normal Helin 12 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans G' and 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
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A rounded sans with clean, monoline strokes and generously curved joins. The forms lean geometric—circles and smooth arcs drive letters like C, O, and G—while terminals are softened for a gentle, contemporary look. Proportions are balanced with a moderate x-height and open counters that keep the texture airy; curves remain consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, producing an even, steady typographic color.
Well-suited for interface labels, product branding, and friendly editorial headlines where a soft, modern sans is desired. Its open shapes and consistent stroke behavior also support short-to-medium passages, as well as packaging and signage that benefits from quick, approachable readability.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a light, approachable warmth coming from the rounded terminals and smooth geometry. It reads as modern and casual rather than formal, making it feel inviting in both short headlines and longer, conversational text.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean geometric sans with softened edges—prioritizing clarity and consistency while adding a personable, contemporary character. The rounded terminals and smooth curves suggest a goal of reducing harshness and increasing approachability in everyday typography.
Uppercase shapes stay simple and legible, while the lowercase maintains clear distinctions (notably the single-storey "a" and the open "e"). Numerals follow the same rounded construction, with smooth, continuous curves and minimal angularity, helping the set feel cohesive in mixed alphanumeric settings.