ncols
ncols is a parameter used in software libraries to specify the number of columns in a grid layout. It denotes how many columns of items, such as subplots, images, or widgets, should appear in a single row. The value is typically a positive integer and is often paired with a corresponding nrows parameter or a layout specification.
In plotting and visualization, ncols determines the horizontal arrangement of panels. It is commonly used together
In practice, the exact behavior of ncols depends on the library. Matplotlib, for instance, uses separate nrows
Common considerations include ensuring ncols is at least 1, understanding how empty grid cells are handled