Sans Normal Uhlek 12 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cynosure', 'Cynosure Soft', and 'Grange' by Device; 'Jouter Sans' by Groteskly Yours; 'Clinica Pro' by Mint Type; and 'Founder' by Serebryakov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, ui labels, confident, friendly, contemporary, straightforward, clean, impact, legibility, modernity, approachability, clarity, geometric, rounded, compact counters, even texture, high legibility.
A heavy, clean sans with broad proportions and smoothly rounded curves. Strokes are largely uniform with subtle modulation, producing a steady, even color in text. Round letters (O, C, G) are close to circular with open apertures, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) feel sturdy and squared-off at the terminals. Lowercase shapes are simple and modern with single-storey “a” and “g”, round i/j dots, and a straightforward, uncluttered rhythm.
Best suited for display work where impact and clarity matter: headlines, posters, brand wordmarks, and wayfinding. Its sturdy shapes and open apertures also translate well to short UI labels, navigation, and callouts where quick recognition is important.
The overall tone is confident and contemporary, with a friendly openness coming from its rounded geometry and generous proportions. It reads as practical and approachable rather than formal, making it feel suited to modern brand and interface environments.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, no-nonsense sans voice with strong presence and dependable legibility. Its rounded geometry and simplified lowercase aim for an approachable, contemporary character while maintaining a consistent, durable texture in text.
In the grid, the capitals maintain consistent width and alignment, creating a stable, blocky cadence. Numerals are robust and clear, with easily distinguished shapes at a glance (notably the open “4” and the rounded bowls in “6/8/9”). The sample text shows strong readability at large sizes, with tight, efficient counters that help keep lines visually cohesive.