Scroll
What is Scroll?
Definition
Scroll is the action of shifting the visible portion of a page, document, or window to reveal content that extends beyond the screen. It changes which part of the content is in view without altering the content itself, and can occur vertically or horizontally through input devices such as a mouse, trackpad, or scrollbar. This matters because it allows continuous access to longer content while preserving its structure and position.
Frayer Model Overview
Characteristics
Changes what portion of content is visible on the screen
Does not move or edit the actual content
Works vertically, horizontally, or both
Can be controlled by a mouse, trackpad, or scrollbar
Applies to windows, documents, and webpages
Examples
Scrolling down a Word document to read the next page
Scrolling through a long webpage in a browser
Scrolling a list of files in a folder window
Scrolling up to review earlier content
Scrolling sideways to see more columns in a spreadsheet
Non-Examples
Dragging a file to a new location
Resizing a window
Typing text into a document
Clicking a link or button
Switching between open windows