Sans Normal Afkur 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Inerta' by Mint Type, 'Alexer' and 'Alexer Pro' by NicolassFonts, and 'Arbeit' and 'Metro Sans' by Studio Few (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, branding, headlines, signage, posters, modern, clean, friendly, dynamic, neutral, clarity, modernity, approachability, motion, rounded, slanted, humanist, open, smooth.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded curves and broadly open counters. Strokes are even and monolinear, with soft joins and gently tapered-looking terminals created by the italic angle rather than sharp cutoffs. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with a moderate x-height and clear differentiation between straight-sided forms and round bowls. The numerals match the letterforms with simple construction and consistent weight, supporting an even, steady rhythm in text.
Well-suited for interface typography, product branding, and contemporary marketing where a clean sans with added motion is desirable. It can work for short-to-medium text settings, and the consistent numerals make it practical for dashboards, labels, and display copy that mixes letters and figures.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a crisp, functional structure with a lively forward slant. It reads as calm and professional rather than decorative, with just enough motion to feel active and contemporary.
The design appears intended as a versatile, modern italic sans for everyday communication, prioritizing clarity and a smooth, friendly texture while adding energy through its slant.
Round letters (like O/C/G and o/c/e) stay smooth and spacious, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y and v/w/x/y) add a stronger sense of momentum. The italic is integrated as a true slanted design, maintaining stable stroke weight and clear counters for legibility.