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List

A List component renders a collection of items as anchor links. Each item can display an icon and a label, making it useful for navigation menus or compact link groups.

Use the Simple List when you need to:

  • Display groups of related items, such as options or categories.
  • Present content that doesn’t require complex interaction beyond item selection or viewing.
  • Integrate a list inside other container components like dropdowns (e.g. lists of options) or modals and side panels (lists of actions or links).

Do not use this component for tabular or multi-column data — in those cases, use a Data Table or similar component.

Simple List

List
Type: Simple List
Show Scroll Bar: true
Has bottom cta: true
.item/List-Options
Type: Text
State: Rested
Has left icon: true
Has right icon: true
Has WLTP: true
Has line: true

Multiselect

List
Type: Multiselect
Show Scroll Bar: true
Has bottom cta: true
Checkbox
Size: Small
State: Default
Show item count: true

List

List
Direction: Horizontal
Alignment: Top left
Vertical resizing: Hug
Horizontal resizing: Fixed 455px

Simple List

Simple List
Direction: Vertical
Alignment: Top left
Vertical resizing: Fill
Horizontal resizing: Fill

List

List
Direction: Horizontal
Alignment: Top left
Vertical resizing: Fixed
Horizontal resizing: Fixed

Frame (Checkbox List + CTA)

Frame 1171276204
Direction: Vertical
Alignment: Bottom left
Vertical resizing: Fill
Horizontal resizing: Fill
Item spacing: 16
NameApplied asApplied to
color-foreground-neutral-default
Text colorList option label
color-foreground-neutral-default
Text colorList option label
color-foreground-neutral-subtle
Text colorList option (hover)
color-foreground-neutral-subtle
Text colorList option (hover)
color-foreground-contrast-default
Text colorList option link (contrast)
color-foreground-contrast-default
Text colorList option link (contrast)
color-surface-neutral-subtle
Background colorList option (hover / selected)
color-surface-neutral-subtle
Background colorList option (hover / selected)
color-border-contrast-default
Border colorDivider line
color-border-contrast-default
Border colorDivider line
color-border-neutral-default
Border colorDivider line (hover)
color-border-neutral-default
Border colorDivider line (hover)
color-border-focus-neutral-default
Border colorList option (focus)
color-border-focus-neutral-default
Border colorList option (focus)
NameApplied asApplied to
 
spacing-04
Gap / Padding blockList option
 
spacing-04
Gap / Padding blockList option
 
spacing-08
Padding block / Padding inline / GapList option (no image)
 
spacing-08
Padding block / Padding inline / GapList option (no image)
 
spacing-10
Padding inlineCheckbox control
 
spacing-10
Padding inlineCheckbox control
Guidance on how to use a component.
  • Keep list item labels concise. Aim for short, scannable text that fits naturally on one line.
  • Ensure each item contains only one line of text. The component is designed for single-line labels to maintain clarity and visual consistency.
  • Use clear and meaningful wording. Each label should communicate its purpose without extra detail or filler.
  • Review long labels individually. If an item requires more characters, evaluate it in isolation to determine whether truncation is appropriate for that specific case.
  • Use the List only for simple, straightforward options. It should present clear choices without additional descriptions or metadata.
Guidance on what to avoid when using a component.
  • Don’t include two lines of text. Multi-line labels break the component layout and the intended interaction patterns.
  • Don’t truncate by default. Truncation should be an exception, not the rule. Avoid shortening content unless absolutely necessary and approved case by case.
  • Don’t overload items with extra information. Only use sublabels, icons, tags, or any secondary text when needed.
  • Don’t rely on the List to communicate complex messages. If the content is too long or detailed, consider a different component or content strategy.
  • Don’t use inconsistent wording lengths. Excessively long items next to very short ones create visual imbalance — keep content harmonised.
Guidance on where this component has been used

Use the List component to display a set of simple, scannable options — typically within other components such as dropdowns, menus, or selection patterns. Each item should present a clear, single-line label that helps users quickly read and compare choices.

Keep the content concise to avoid layout issues and ensure a smooth browsing experience. If an item requires more text than usual, review it individually to determine whether truncation is appropriate or whether the content should be rephrased or moved to a different component.

Lists work best when presenting straightforward choices without additional metadata or complexity.