Sans Normal Apgab 8 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, ui, headlines, posters, signage, modern, friendly, clean, futuristic, playful, modernize, soften tone, simplify forms, maximize clarity, rounded, geometric, soft, open, minimal.
A rounded geometric sans with monoline construction and consistently softened corners. Curves are built from near-circular bowls and wide-radius arcs, paired with straight stems that terminate in rounded ends, producing a smooth, continuous rhythm. Counters are generally open and generous, with a single-storey “a” and “g,” a compact shoulder on “r,” and a simplified, circular “e” with a horizontal bar. Uppercase forms lean toward simple, modular geometry (notably the rounded “C/G/O/Q”), while diagonals in “K/V/W/X” keep the texture crisp without becoming sharp. Numerals follow the same rounded logic, with clean, looped shapes and minimal contrast for an even color in text and display sizes.
Well-suited to brand identities, product and tech branding, and interface typography where a clean, rounded geometry feels welcoming. It also performs strongly in headlines, posters, and signage thanks to its simple silhouettes and consistent stroke weight, while remaining legible in short text settings.
The overall tone is approachable and contemporary, combining a techy, streamlined feel with soft, human-friendly rounding. It reads as modern and uncluttered, with a subtly playful character coming from the circular construction and simplified forms.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern geometric sans that avoids coldness by rounding terminals and emphasizing circular bowls. It prioritizes clarity and consistency, aiming for a smooth, friendly texture that still feels contemporary and systematized.
Distinctive details include a very rounded, looped “w,” a “y” that forms a forked, curving descender, and a single-story “g” with an open, rounded tail. The “Q” uses a short, clean tail, and the “t” is minimal with a small crossbar, reinforcing the font’s pared-back, geometric voice.