Sans Superellipse Albef 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, condensed, technical, modern, sleek, retro-futurist, space saving, geometric system, industrial tone, interface look, rounded corners, rectilinear, monoline, high-waisted caps, compact spacing.
A compact, monoline sans with rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Stems are straight and uniform, while curves resolve into squarish bowls with softened corners, creating a superelliptical rhythm. Terminals are clean and mostly flat, with occasional gentle rounding, and counters tend to be narrow and vertically oriented. Proportions are tightly drawn with compact sidebearings, producing a crisp, economical texture in text.
Works best in display roles where a tight footprint and strong vertical rhythm are assets—headlines, posters, labels, wayfinding, and brand wordmarks. It can also suit UI or dashboard-style graphics when a technical, space-saving tone is desired, especially at moderate to large sizes.
The overall tone feels modern and engineered, with a slightly retro display sensibility reminiscent of industrial labeling and mid‑century sci‑fi interfaces. Its narrow, upright posture reads efficient and purposeful, while the rounded corners keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, contemporary sans built from rounded-rectilinear forms, balancing strict geometry with softened corners for clarity and character in display typography.
In the sample text, the dense fit and narrow apertures create a strong vertical cadence; round letters like O/Q and numerals like 0/8 emphasize the squarish, rounded-rectangle geometry. The lowercase shows a compact x-height relative to tall ascenders, reinforcing a condensed, sign-like silhouette.