List-item (in UI and writing contexts)
Definition: A list-item is a single entry within a list. It can appear in ordered (numbered) or unordered (bulleted) lists and represents one unit of information or action.
In writing:
- Used to present concise points.
- Typically starts with a capital letter and may be a fragment or full sentence.
- Keep parallel structure across items for clarity.
In user interfaces / HTML:
- Represented by the
- element inside
- (unordered) or
- (ordered).
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Best practices:
- Keep items short and focused.
- Use parallel grammar.
- Group related items into subsections.
- For accessibility, ensure proper semantic markup and meaningful link text.
Examples:
- Writing: “Buy milk”
- HTML:
- Buy milk
- Call Alice
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