Sans Normal Bumay 12 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, signage, forms, data display, captions, clean, modern, neutral, technical, utilitarian, everyday utility, space efficiency, clarity, modern neutrality, compact, straight-sided, open apertures, rounded bowls, simple terminals.
A compact sans with clean, low-friction letterforms and a steady, even stroke. Curves are built from simple rounded bowls and circular counters, while straight strokes stay crisp and unmodulated. Terminals are plain and mostly square-cut, keeping the texture consistent in text. Proportions are on the tighter side with a relatively small x-height, producing a tidy, economical rhythm; counters remain open enough to keep the lowercase readable at display sizes and in short copy.
Well-suited to interface labels, navigation, forms, and other space-conscious typography where a compact footprint helps. It also fits wayfinding and general-purpose graphic design that benefits from a restrained, contemporary sans, and it remains clear for captions and data-oriented layouts when set with comfortable tracking and leading.
The overall tone is neutral and matter-of-fact, leaning modern and practical rather than expressive. It reads as straightforward and efficient, with a subtle technical flavor from the compact proportions and simple construction.
The design appears intended as a versatile, no-nonsense sans for everyday communication, prioritizing clarity and consistency over stylistic flair. Its compact proportions and simple geometric construction suggest an aim toward efficient layout and dependable readability across common use contexts.
Digit shapes follow the same restrained geometry, pairing rounded forms with simple, straight stems for a cohesive set. The punctuation and spacing in the sample create an orderly, uncluttered line color that supports dense settings without feeling overly heavy.