Sans Normal Edrah 5 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, branding, ui labels, posters, headlines, modern, clean, efficient, quietly formal, space saving, contemporary voice, readable emphasis, systematic design, condensed, oblique, monolinear, open apertures, tight spacing.
A compact, condensed sans with a consistent, low-contrast stroke and an oblique (italic) stance across both cases and figures. Forms are built from clean, rounded curves and straight terminals, with generally open apertures and smooth joins that keep counters clear despite the narrow set. Ascenders rise prominently above a mid-height x-height, and the overall rhythm is upright-and-forward, with tidy geometry and minimal ornamentation. Numerals are similarly streamlined, with simple, readable shapes that match the text’s restrained, monolinear feel.
It works well for editorial typography, compact headlines, and subheads where space is limited but a contemporary tone is desired. The clear, simple shapes also suit UI labels, navigation, and small blocks of emphasis text, while the condensed, oblique texture can add energy to posters and branding systems without resorting to decorative details.
The tone is modern and editorial, projecting efficiency and clarity with a subtle sense of speed from the oblique angle. It feels pragmatic rather than playful, offering a composed, contemporary voice that can read as quietly formal when set in longer lines.
The design appears intended to provide a space-saving sans with an italic-forward voice that remains straightforward and legible. Its controlled geometry and restrained strokes suggest a focus on practical composition—efficient line fitting, clean texture in paragraphs, and a cohesive look across letters and figures.
The condensed proportions and italic slant create a distinct vertical emphasis, making the texture appear darker and more continuous in paragraphs. Round letters stay fairly narrow, and straight-sided characters keep a crisp, structured silhouette that supports tight layouts.