Sans Normal Apkiz 8 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to '1955' by Alan Smithee Studio, 'FS Industrie' by Fontsmith, 'Afical' by Formatype Foundry, 'Sixta' by Hoftype, 'Moderna Sans' by Latinotype, 'Jindo' by Nine Font, and 'Ordina' and 'Ordina Variable' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, headlines, presentations, modern, clean, neutral, friendly, corporate, clarity, versatility, modernity, accessibility, geometric, rounded, open apertures, monoline, large counters.
A clean, geometric sans with monoline strokes and broadly rounded bowls. Curves are smooth and circular, while terminals are straightforward and largely vertical or horizontal, giving the letterforms a crisp, engineered feel. Counters are generous and the apertures in forms like C, S, and e stay open, supporting clear word shapes. The overall proportions feel slightly expanded, with wide rounds and steady spacing that maintains an even, calm texture in text.
Well-suited to user interfaces and product design where clarity and consistency matter, as well as branding systems that need a restrained, modern sans. The even rhythm and open forms also make it effective for signage, presentations, and short-to-medium editorial settings where a clean, contemporary tone is desired.
The tone is modern and neutral with a quietly friendly edge created by the round construction and open shapes. It reads as practical and contemporary rather than expressive, lending a dependable, straightforward voice to headlines and interface copy.
The design appears intended as a versatile, no-nonsense geometric sans that prioritizes clean construction, legibility, and a contemporary visual neutrality. Its rounded geometry and open counters suggest a goal of staying friendly and accessible while remaining professional.
Capitals are simple and geometric, and the lowercase keeps single-storey a and g for a more contemporary, approachable impression. Numerals follow the same round logic with smooth curves and consistent stroke weight, matching the text rhythm well.