Sans Normal Okniv 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Marlin Sans', 'Marlin Soft', and 'Marzano' by FontMesa; 'Arial Nova' by Monotype; and 'Segment' by Typekiln (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, ui labels, packaging, modern, friendly, confident, clean, neutral, clarity, impact, versatility, modernity, geometric, rounded, monoline, open apertures, tight spacing.
A sturdy sans with geometric, rounded construction and mostly monoline strokes. Curves are smooth and generously sized, producing round bowls and broad counters, while terminals are clean and straightforward. Uppercase forms feel wide and stable with even rhythm; diagonals (A, V, W, Y) are crisp and strongly angled. Lowercase maintains a simple, contemporary build with a double-storey “a,” compact “t,” and clear, open shapes that keep word silhouettes tidy.
Best suited to headlines, short copy, and display settings where a strong, modern sans voice is needed. It also works well for branding and packaging that benefits from friendly geometry, and for UI labels or navigation where sturdy letterforms help maintain clarity at a range of sizes.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a friendly roundness with a confident, no-nonsense weight. It reads as pragmatic and contemporary rather than stylized, giving text a calm, dependable voice that still feels upbeat.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, all-purpose sans with geometric discipline and a welcoming roundness, aiming for high impact and consistent texture without decorative distraction.
In the sample text, the heavy color and compact spacing create strong block-like texture at larger sizes, making it especially assertive in headlines. Round letters (o, e, c) stay very consistent, and figures are similarly straightforward and solid, supporting clear numeric emphasis.