Projects/Usability/HIG/Splitter

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    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 splitter between aligned grouping controls and allow the user to resize.

    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.

    Implementation