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Basic Training Module 3: Essential Blocks<\/p>\n\n\n <\/header>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

The List block is used to present information in a clear, organized format. Lists help break up large amounts of text and make content easier to read and scan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lists are commonly used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Step-by-step instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Key points or highlights<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Requirements and criteria<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Benefits or features<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Contact information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Using lists appropriately can improve readability and make important information easier for visitors to find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to Use a List Block<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Use a List block when information can be presented as a collection of related items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Unordered Lists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Unordered lists use bullets and are best used when the order of items is not important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Program information<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Admission requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tuition and fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Contact information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Ordered Lists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Ordered lists use numbers and are best used when items must be completed in a specific order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Log in to your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Create a new page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Add content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Publish the page.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Use numbered lists whenever the sequence of steps matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \"A<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Adding a List Block<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        To add a List block:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Click the +<\/strong> button and search for List<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Select the List block.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Choose whether you want a bulleted list or a numbered list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Begin entering your items.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Press Enter<\/strong> to add a new list item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Nested Lists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Lists can contain sub-items to help organize information further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Undergraduate Programs\n
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            • Bachelor of Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Bachelor of Science<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Graduate Programs\n
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              • Master’s Programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Doctoral Programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Nested lists can help represent hierarchy and relationships between items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                List Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                When a List block is selected, additional settings may be available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Change List Type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                Switch between:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Bulleted lists<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Numbered lists<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Starting Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  For numbered lists, you can choose a custom starting value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Step Five<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Step Six<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Step Seven<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Reverse Numbering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    Numbered lists can also be displayed in reverse order when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • First Step<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Final Step<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Second Step<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Best Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Use Lists to Improve Readability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Lists make content easier to scan than long paragraphs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Whenever several related points appear together, consider using a list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        Choose the Right List Type<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        • Bulleted lists for related information<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Numbered lists for instructions and processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          Keep List Items Consistent<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                          Try to keep list items similar in length and structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                          Good Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          • Create a page<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Add content<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Publish your changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                            Less Effective Example<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            • Create a page<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Add content using several different blocks and settings while considering visual design<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Publish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                              Avoid Overusing Lists<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                              Not every section needs to be a list. Use lists when they make information clearer, not simply to break up content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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