- What is spacing in design system?
- Why is spacing important in design?
- Why is it important to have proper spacing in the elements of your UI?
What is spacing in design system?
Spacing is the negative area between elements and components. It is commonly controlled in code with margin and padding . Carbon offers several methods such as tokens and layout components to make implementing spacing in product easier and more consistent.
Why is spacing important in design?
Proper spacing is one of the basic but most important elements in every great design. It helps organize information while also setting the rhythm, structure, and hierarchy in your design. These factors work together and help the designer have a rational approach when it comes to elements such as spacing.
Why is it important to have proper spacing in the elements of your UI?
Using space effectively in your UI layout helps increase readability, provide feedback and draw the reader to the most important parts of the screen.