Plus Jakarta Sans Font Family
Plus Jakarta Sans Font Family is a modern and versatile geometric sans-serif typeface designed by Gumpita Rahayu from Tokotype. Originally commissioned for the Jakarta Provincial Government in 2020, it draws inspiration from classic typefaces like Neuzeit Grotesk and Futura. The font features clean, contemporary forms with a slightly taller x-height, open counters, and balanced spacing, ensuring excellent legibility across various sizes. Plus Jakarta Sans offers a range of weights from ExtraLight to ExtraBold, including matching italics, making it suitable for diverse applications such as branding, web design, and print media.
Features of Plus Jakarta Sans:
- Multiple weights and styles (ExtraLight to ExtraBold with italics)
- Geometric design with modern, clean-cut forms
- Excellent legibility at various sizes
- Extensive language support for Latin-based scripts
- Three stylistic sets: Lancip (Sharp), Lurus (Straight), and Lingkar (Swirl)
- OpenType features including ligatures and stylistic alternates
- Optimized spacing and kerning for balanced text appearance
Plus Jakarta Sans is free for both personal and commercial use, as it is licensed under the SIL Open Font License (OFL) 1.1.
FAQs:
Q: Who designed Plus Jakarta Sans?
A: Plus Jakarta Sans was designed by Gumpita Rahayu from Tokotype.
Q: Is Plus Jakarta Sans suitable for web design?
A: Yes, Plus Jakarta Sans is well-suited for web design due to its clean, modern appearance and excellent legibility on screens.
Q: What languages does Plus Jakarta Sans support?
A: Plus Jakarta Sans supports a wide range of Latin-based languages, including Vietnamese, and offers Cyrillic support.
Q: Can I use Plus Jakarta Sans in my company’s branding materials?
A: Yes, Plus Jakarta Sans is free for commercial use under the SIL Open Font License 1.1.
Q: Are there any special features in Plus Jakarta Sans?
A: Yes, Plus Jakarta Sans includes three stylistic sets (Sharp, Straight, and Swirl) and various OpenType features for enhanced design flexibility.
Designed by:Gumpita Rahayu Website
License: Free for commercial useOFL