Aptos (typeface)
Sample of the Aptos typeface | |
| Category | Sans-serif |
|---|---|
| Classification | Neo-grotesque |
| Designer | Steve Matteson |
| Commissioned by | Microsoft |
| Foundry | Microsoft Corporation |
| Date created | 2019 |
| Date released | 2023 |
| License | Proprietary |
| Design based on | Helvetica Arial |
| Also known as | Bierstadt |
Aptos, originally named Bierstadt, is a sans-serif typeface in the neo-grotesque style developed by Steve Matteson. In 2023, it became the new default font for the Microsoft Office suite, replacing the previously used Calibri font.
Aptos, as well as its variants, Aptos Display, Aptos Narrow, Aptos Mono (a monospaced font), Aptos Serif (serif font), and Aptos Slab (Slab serif font) are available to Microsoft 365 subscribers via Microsoft's cloud service.