Spacing Scale
A Spacing Scale is a small set of gap sizes. It shows groups and keeps a steady visual rhythm.
Another example
A label sits close to its field, while the next form group has a larger gap.
Main parts
- 01Foundation or token
- 02Applied component
- 03Visible state and rule
Use it when
Use it when random gaps make similar screens feel slightly different.
Do not use it when
Never use one gap size for every relationship. Close items and separate groups need different space.
Name used in code
space-1 … space-8 Before you ship
Check content order, shared design values, component consistency, contrast, zoom, and layout changes by screen size. Verify every theme, language, and state. If there is motion, offer an equal reduced-motion experience.
Outcome: Use or define Spacing Scale to make the visual experience clear and easy to use. User context: A label sits close to its field, while the next form group has a larger gap. Design concept to apply: Spacing Scale. Why it fits: Use it when random gaps make similar screens feel slightly different. Do not use it when: Never use one gap size for every relationship. Close items and separate groups need different space. Design requirements: Set the content order, shared design values, and reusable components. Define how the layout changes by screen size and state. Keep useful design choices separate from decoration. Inclusion and resilience: Check contrast, zoom, languages, themes, and reduced motion when needed. Do not use color or effects as the only way to show meaning. Acceptance criteria: The design stays clear on phones and desktops, at zoom, in every theme, and in all supported languages. Interactive states stay clear and consistent. Evidence and limits (evidence boundary): No single official standard controls the whole term. Its meaning may change across teams, platforms, or frameworks. Unknowns to confirm: Brand limits, amount of content, supported themes and languages, target devices, and design-system rules.
Check this request
Review the current use of Spacing Scale. Definition: A Spacing Scale is a small set of gap sizes. It shows groups and keeps a steady visual rhythm. Release checks: Check content order, shared design values, component consistency, contrast, zoom, and layout changes by screen size. Verify every theme, language, and state. If there is motion, offer an equal reduced-motion experience. Before changing code, report the evidence you found, gaps, severity, and the smallest safe fix.