Divider rule

Clarifies a boundary between adjacent content with a thin line.

Visual traits

• separating line

Expected changes

• Clarifies a boundary between adjacent content with a thin line
• The feature is more likely to be legible

Definition

A thin line separating groups of content. It does not determine a particular work person culture technology or narrative.

In more detail

Clarifies a boundary between adjacent content with a thin line. Content color art style and place remain separate choices.

Includes

• A thin line separating groups of content

Excludes

• A particular work or person
• A particular culture or technology
• A final deliverable type

What this does not imply

• A particular work person or culture
• A particular art style or medium
• A specific narrative

Variability

Strength can be adjusted while keeping content legible.

Usage

• Specify only layout or period setting
• Specify other conditions separately

Distinguish similar expressions

• Specify art style and narrative separately

Typical uses

• Clarifies a boundary between adjacent content with a thin line
• Organize content for clear reading

Possible failure modes

• The feature is not legible and becomes generic
• It is confused with another layout or period