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# Accordians
## What Are Accordions
Accordions are expandable panels used throughout Cloudscaff to organise information into structured sections.
Instead of displaying all data at once, accordions allow users to open and close specific sections as needed.
This design keeps pages clean, easy to read, and simple to navigate, even when large datasets or multiple categories of information exist.
Screenshot Placeholder: Example of Collapsed and Expanded Accordions
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## Purpose of Accordions
The main purpose of accordions is to prevent users from being overwhelmed by long tables, large lists, or excessive scrolling.
Accordions help users:
* Navigate information faster
* View only the sections they need
* Reduce clutter on screen
* Focus on one item or category at a time
* Move between categories without losing their place
This improves usability on both desktop and mobile.
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## How Accordions Work
Each accordion has a header that displays its name and a count of how many items it contains. Clicking the drop-down arrow on the right of the accordion header expands the section. Clicking it again collapses it.
When expanded, the accordion reveals:
* Tables
* Lists
* Actions
* Search bars
* Additional filters or controls
When collapsed, the content is hidden, and only the header remains visible.
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## Status Counts
Accordions often display a number next to the label. This number shows how many items exist inside that section, allowing users to see activity at a glance without opening each one.
Example: Completed Deliveries has 1 document stored within it
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## Why Accordions Are Used
Cloudscaff uses accordions because they:
* Make large datasets easier to manage
* Keep interfaces clean and structured
* Help users find information faster
* Work well on all screen sizes
* Reduce unnecessary scrolling
Even if a system contains hundreds of records, accordions keep the interface simple and efficient.
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## Permissions and Visibility
Some accordions are permission-based.
If a user does not have access to a function, the corresponding accordion will not appear in their view.
{% hint style="info" %}
[Learn about Roles and Permissions](/settings/user-management/role-builder-add-or-update-roles.md)
{% endhint %}
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## Summary
Accordions are a core part of Cloudscaff’s user interface. They organise data into expandable sections, keep pages clean, and ensure users can quickly locate the information they need without navigating long pages or overwhelming lists.
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