bulletlist

A bullet list is a typographic device used to present a set of items of equal importance. Each item begins with a bullet symbol, and items are typically arranged on separate lines to enhance readability and scannability.

Bullet symbols vary by font and platform. Common forms include solid dots (discs), hollow circles, squares, dashes, or asterisks. Nested lists use indentation to show subitems under a parent item, with a different bullet style or level.

Best practices include using one item per line, maintaining parallel structure, and starting items with the same part of speech. Punctuation should be consistent; if items are sentences, end them with a period; if not, omit terminal punctuation.

In digital content, bullet lists should be coded with proper semantics (for example, ul and li in HTML) to aid screen readers. Keep contrast sufficient and avoid mixing several bullet styles in a single list.

Bullet lists are appropriate for items that share equal emphasis, such as feature lists, checklists, or brief summaries. For steps that must be followed in a specific order, an ordered list is usually more appropriate.