Sans Faceted Liny 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: ui labels, coding, tech branding, signage, posters, techy, industrial, retro, tactical, futuristic, geometric system, tech aesthetic, signage clarity, distinct identity, angular, chamfered, octagonal, geometric, modular.
A geometric sans built from straight strokes and sharp chamfered corners, replacing curves with planar facets throughout. Strokes maintain an even thickness and a consistent, modular construction, producing an orderly rhythm across caps, lowercase, and numerals. Counters tend toward polygonal forms (notably in O/0 and rounded letters), and terminals often end in clipped, angled cuts that emphasize the faceted silhouette. Overall spacing and alignment feel systematic and grid-minded, reinforcing the typeface’s engineered look in running text.
Well suited to UI labels, dashboards, and on-screen readouts where a systematic, engineered voice is desirable. It also fits tech branding, sci-fi or game graphics, packaging callouts, and wayfinding-style signage. In editorial or long-form settings it works best for headings, short blocks, and captions where its angular texture can be appreciated without overwhelming the page.
The faceted geometry and clipped corners give the font a technical, utilitarian tone with a retro-futurist edge. It reads as precise and machine-made, evoking signage, interfaces, and hardware labeling rather than humanist warmth.
The design appears intended to translate a grid-based, industrial aesthetic into a practical text-capable sans, using chamfers and polygonal counters to suggest precision and durability. Its consistent construction prioritizes uniformity and a distinctive, faceted identity across the full alphanumeric set.
Distinctive polygonal rounds make the design especially recognizable at display sizes, while the consistent stroke behavior keeps it steady in paragraphs. The stylization is pronounced enough that dense text can feel busy, but it remains clear and disciplined when given adequate size and line spacing.