Sans Superellipse Apri 7 is a light, wide, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: ui, headlines, signage, branding, posters, futuristic, tech, minimal, clinical, sleek, interface fit, modern clarity, systematic geometry, contemporary branding, rounded corners, geometric, modular, open counters, high contrast spacing.
This typeface uses a crisp monoline skeleton with rounded-rectangle (superelliptic) curves and consistently softened corners. Straight strokes dominate, while bowls and arches resolve into squared-off, smooth curves rather than true circles. Proportions are horizontally generous, with ample internal counters and clear sidebearings that create an airy, controlled rhythm. The lowercase is built around a very tall x-height and compact ascenders/descenders, and many joins and terminals end in flat cuts or gentle radiused turns, reinforcing a precise, engineered feel.
It suits interface typography, dashboards, and product UI where clean shapes and open counters aid quick recognition. The wide stance and graphic geometry also work well for headlines, wayfinding, and contemporary branding, especially in tech or industrial contexts. It is best when given breathing room so the rounded-square curves and spacious rhythm remain clear.
The overall tone feels modern and technical, with a calm, orderly presence. Its rounded geometry reads friendly enough for contemporary UI, yet the squared curves and disciplined spacing keep it more utilitarian than playful. The result suggests sci‑fi interfaces, product design, and clean corporate modernism.
The design appears intended to translate the language of rounded rectangles—common in screens, hardware, and industrial design—into a cohesive text face. By combining strict monoline construction with softened corners and superelliptic bowls, it aims for a modern, system-like neutrality that still feels distinctive in display settings.
Round characters like O/C/G and numerals such as 2/3/5/6/9 emphasize superelliptic bowls with flattened extremes, giving the set a distinctive "rounded-square" signature. Angled forms (A, V, W, X, Y) are sharp and clean, contrasting with the soft corners elsewhere for a balanced, precision-first texture.