Sans Normal Onlej 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Kardinal' by Ani Dimitrova, 'Delargo DT' by DTP Types, and 'Plusquam Sans' by Typolis (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, modern, clean, confident, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, impact, neutrality, modernity, versatility, geometric, rounded, even, crisp, high impact.
A sturdy sans with largely geometric construction and smooth, rounded curves. Strokes stay consistently heavy with minimal modulation, producing dense black shapes and strong internal counters. Terminals read clean and mostly squared-off, while bowls and rounds (C, O, Q, e, o) keep a regular, circular rhythm. Proportions feel balanced and straightforward, with clear apertures and a slightly generous feel in the lowercase that supports readability at display sizes.
This font is well-suited to headlines and short blocks of text where strong presence and quick legibility matter, such as posters, brand marks, packaging callouts, and signage. It also works for UI labels or navigation when a solid, modern sans voice is needed, though its visual weight is best used for emphasis rather than long reading passages.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a friendly neutrality that comes from its rounded geometry and even texture. Its heavy presence feels confident and direct, lending a practical, no-nonsense voice without becoming harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable, contemporary sans with high visual impact and clear, geometric letterforms. It prioritizes consistency and straightforward shapes to maintain strong readability and an even typographic color across letters and numerals.
Uppercase forms are simple and stable, with wide, open shapes and a uniform stance. The lowercase keeps a clear, single-storey-style simplicity in several forms, contributing to an approachable, contemporary feel. Numerals are robust and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ weight and roundness for consistent color in mixed text.