Sans Normal Apkom 12 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Decimal' by Hoefler & Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, web typography, editorial, corporate, signage, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, legibility, versatility, clarity, modern neutrality, open apertures, geometric, rounded, monoline, crisp terminals.
A clean, monoline sans with rounded geometry and a slightly expanded feel. Curves are smooth and near-circular in letters like C, O, and Q, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) keep crisp, squared terminals. The lowercase uses simple, functional constructions with a two-storey “a” and single-storey “g,” a tall ascender rhythm, and open counters that stay clear at text sizes. Numerals are straightforward and contemporary, with even stroke color and stable spacing across the set.
This font is well-suited to interface and web typography where clarity and steady rhythm are important, and it also performs comfortably in editorial layouts for headings and short-to-medium passages. Its open shapes and even color make it a dependable choice for corporate communications and clear, modern signage.
The overall tone is modern and neutral, with a friendly clarity created by rounded bowls and open forms. It reads as practical and straightforward rather than stylized, making it feel calm, accessible, and professional.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary sans that prioritizes legibility and a smooth, balanced texture. Its restrained details and consistent geometry suggest a goal of fitting into many contexts without calling attention to itself.
Round letters maintain consistent curvature and stroke weight, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) appear sharp and well-balanced against the softer bowls. The Q features a subtle, minimal tail, and joins and intersections remain uncluttered, contributing to an even, predictable texture in paragraphs.