Sans Normal Ankoh 3 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, headlines, packaging, modern, friendly, clean, neutral, approachable, everyday usability, modern neutrality, clarity, geometric simplicity, rounded, geometric, open apertures, high legibility, crisp terminals.
This typeface is a clean, geometric sans with round bowls and smoothly drawn curves paired with straight-sided stems. Stroke thickness stays even throughout, with crisp, flat terminals and minimal modulation, giving the forms a sturdy, engineered feel. Counters are generous and apertures are open, helping letters like C, S, and e remain clear, while overall proportions feel balanced and slightly wide in the round characters. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey constructions (notably a and g) and compact joins that keep text even and readable.
It performs well in interface copy and general digital typography where clarity and consistency matter, and it scales cleanly for headings and short editorial blocks. The rounded geometric voice also suits brand systems, packaging, and wayfinding that need a modern, approachable presence without overt stylistic quirks.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, combining geometric order with soft rounding that keeps it from feeling sterile. It reads as neutral and utilitarian, with a friendly, everyday clarity suited to general-purpose communication.
The design intention appears to be a dependable, broadly usable sans that prioritizes clean geometry and straightforward readability. It aims for a modern, friendly neutrality that can sit comfortably in both functional and brand-forward settings.
Uppercase shapes maintain consistent geometry with strong verticals and smooth curves, and the numerals follow the same straightforward, modern construction for clear at-a-glance recognition. Spacing in the sample text appears even, supporting steady rhythm in paragraphs and headlines alike.