Vertical list

Vertical lists are a common feature in UI design, aligning items along an invisible vertical line and prompting users to scroll down through an app or website. This format is user-friendly as it follows natural reading patterns and optimizes screen space.

Research shows that vertical lists are more efficient for visual searches than horizontal ones. Users can find items with fewer eye movements because they gather more information at a glance. For example, in an email client, a vertical list can show the sender, subject, and a brief preview, making it easy to spot important messages quickly.

Vertical lists are especially useful for mobile interfaces with limited screen width.