Sans Normal Dobab 10 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Arabic', and 'Neue Helvetica Armenian' by Linotype; 'M Ying Hei HK' by Monotype HK; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Arabic' and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body copy, signage, presentations, dashboards, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, minimal, clarity, versatility, readability, neutrality, systematic, open counters, generous spacing, rounded terminals, geometric, crisp.
A clean sans with predominantly circular bowls and smooth, even curves paired with straight, unmodulated stems. The forms are open and orderly, with round counters in letters like O/C/G and simple, squared-off architecture in E/F/T and the numerals. Terminals read as clean and slightly softened rather than sharply cut, and the overall rhythm is consistent and calm, supporting legibility at text sizes. Numerals are straightforward and contemporary, matching the letterforms’ restrained geometry.
Well-suited for interface copy, product UI, and information design where clean forms and consistent rhythm support fast scanning. It also works comfortably in body text, presentations, and general-purpose branding systems that need a modern, low-drama sans.
The tone is modern and neutral, with a friendly clarity that feels appropriate for everyday UI and editorial settings. Its straightforward construction avoids strong stylistic quirks, giving it an unobtrusive, professional voice that can sit behind content without calling attention to itself.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose, contemporary sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency across a full basic set of letters and figures. Its restrained geometry and open shapes suggest a focus on dependable readability and broad applicability rather than a distinctive display personality.
The sample text shows stable spacing and clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., I/l/1 and O/0) through simple, distinct silhouettes. Rounded forms maintain a consistent circular logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, reinforcing a cohesive, contemporary texture in paragraphs.