9 min · 3 skills
Spacing is grouping. Before you reach for color or borders to separate sections, get the spacing scale right — it does most of the hierarchy work on its own.
This chapter covers general spacing rhythm first, then two dense-layout cases where spacing decisions matter most: dashboards and data tables.
Use a consistent spacing scale and grouping logic instead of arbitrary padding values.
Fit more real information on screen without it reading as cluttered, by controlling hierarchy instead of shrinking everything uniformly.
Structure table rows and columns so the eye can scan down and across without losing its place.