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=== Is this the right control === | === Is this the right control === | ||
* Always put splitter between aligned grouping controls | * Always put a splitter between aligned, resizable grouping controls to allow individualization for users. | ||
=== Behavior === | === Behavior === | ||
* Store splitters' position and adjust control size accordingly on next login. | * Store splitters' position and adjust control size accordingly on next login. | ||
Revision as of 09:31, 28 October 2013
Purpose
A splitter is a visual separator between two grouping elements. It allows the user to resize the adjacent groups.
Example
Guidelines
Is this the right control
- Always put a splitter between aligned, resizable grouping controls to allow individualization for users.
Behavior
- Store splitters' position and adjust control size accordingly on next login.
Appearance
- Define a minimum size for areas that cannot be undercut by users.
- Make splitters at least 5 pixels wide so that they can be easily clicked by any input device.