Sans Normal Amlab 19 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Albra' by BumbumType, 'Passenger Sans' and 'Passenger Sans Cyrillic' by Indian Type Foundry, and 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, headlines, posters, branding, modern, friendly, confident, clean, plainspoken, clarity, modern utility, systematic consistency, everyday branding, geometric, rounded, uniform, solid, straightforward.
A sturdy sans with largely geometric construction: round letters are close to circular, and straight-sided forms keep a consistent, even rhythm. Strokes are uniform with minimal modulation, producing strong, stable color in text. Terminals are mostly flat and clean, while joins and curves stay smooth and controlled. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” a compact, functional “t,” and open, readable counters that hold up well at large display sizes.
This font suits interface labels, wayfinding and signage, and headline or poster typography where a solid, modern sans is needed. It also works for branding systems that want a clear, contemporary voice and strong legibility at larger sizes.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry reads friendly rather than sharp, making it feel contemporary and practical without becoming playful or quirky.
The design appears aimed at a versatile, contemporary sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency, using geometric proportions and uniform stroke weight to deliver a confident, readable texture in both single characters and running display text.
Caps are broad and steady, with generous bowls in B/D/P/R and a clear, open C. Numerals are simple and robust, matching the letterforms’ even stroke and rounded proportions, and the punctuation and spacing in the sample text suggest a straightforward, utilitarian rhythm.