1. Understanding Flexible Layouts

The term “flexible layouts” can mean different things to different people, so let’s make sure we’re all on the same page before we dive into designing and building them. In this chapter, you’ll learn the defining characteristics of each of the main layout types—fixed-width, liquid, elastic, and hybrid—described in the Introduction. We’ll focus on the benefits and pitfalls of each so that you can decide which type might be right for your particular site.