sixpanel

Sixpanel is a term commonly used in comics and graphic storytelling to describe a format that presents six distinct panels on a single page or segment. The panels are typically arranged in a 2 by 3 grid, though vertical stacks or other layouts are also used. The six-panel structure is valued for its compact pacing, enabling a quick setup, buildup, and resolution or punchline within a single viewing.

In practice, six-panel pages are used for serialized humor, wordless or dialogue-driven storytelling, and instructional or informational sequences. Writers can manipulate panel order and panel-to-panel transitions to control timing, emphasize contrasts, or guide reader attention. The format also supports editorial use, such as explainers or summaries, where each panel contributes a discrete piece of information.

Design considerations for sixpanel pages include consistent panel size or varied sizing for emphasis, gutter width that balances readability with page density, and lettering that maintains legibility across panels. Focusing on a clear reading order, typical layouts start from top left to right and proceed across rows, then down.

There is no single entity universally associated with the name “Sixpanel.” It is largely a descriptive term for a common comic layout, and it may also appear as a brand or project name in different contexts. When encountered as a proper noun, information should be verified with reliable sources.