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Map Layout Problems to CSS Tools
Match common layout problems to the CSS layout tool that best fits the dimensional need.
matrix comparison principle-card Dimensional control Normal flow dependency One axis or natural flow Two axes or exact placement Can leave flow Should stay in flow Normal flow Readable document flow Use for articles, form stacks, and content that should naturally follow source order. Add spacing and width constraints before reaching for layout machinery. tl Flexbox One-dimensional alignment Use for nav rows, toolbars, chip lists, and card internals where items distribute along one main axis and align on the cross axis. tr Positioning
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