Design

Layout & grids

Terms

7 terms

  • Baseline grid

    A baseline grid in layout and grids is a set of evenly spaced horizontal lines on which text baselines sit, creating consistent vertical rhythm.

  • Column grid

    A column grid divides a page or screen into vertical columns separated by gutters, giving layouts consistent widths, alignment and rhythm.

  • Grid system

    A grid system is a framework of columns, gutters, margins and rows that designers use to place content consistently across pages, screens and layouts.

  • Gutter · layout

    A gutter in layout design is the fixed space between columns or rows of a grid that separates content and keeps a page readable and organized.

  • Margin · layout

    A margin in layout is the empty space between the edge of a page or screen and its live content area, framing the design and protecting…

  • Modular grid

    A modular grid is a layout grid of columns and rows that divides the page into equal modules, used in design to organize complex content consistently.

  • Responsive grid

    A responsive grid is a layout grid whose columns, gutters and margins adapt at breakpoints so one design works on phones, tablets and desktops.