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1Block level truncation
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We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. Order before 2 pm and most items leave our warehouse the same day.
<p class="text-truncate hp-tt mb-0" style="max-width:18rem">We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. Order before 2 pm and most items leave our warehouse the same day.</p>2Inline-block inside a sentence
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Last edited by Zoe Whitaker and Kai Mensah yesterday.
<p class="mb-0">Last edited by <span class="d-inline-block text-truncate align-bottom hp-tt" style="max-width:8rem">Zoe Whitaker and Kai Mensah</span> yesterday.</p>3Inbox preview
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- Ivy MoreauWhat to pack for a rainy weekend outdoors – We measure success by how many shoppers come back and tell their friends. Thousands of shoppers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
- Tariq HughesOur guide to gifts under $50 – Every piece is made in small batches from materials we test ourselves. Thousands of five-star reviews from customers who came back for more.
- Amara BrennanOur favourite tips for busy weeks – We work directly with makers, so prices stay fair for everyone. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Ivy Moreau</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">What to pack for a rainy weekend outdoors</span> – We measure success by how many shoppers come back and tell their friends. Thousands of shoppers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Tariq Hughes</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Our guide to gifts under $50</span> – Every piece is made in small batches from materials we test ourselves. Thousands of five-star reviews from customers who came back for more.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Amara Brennan</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Our favourite tips for busy weeks</span> – We work directly with makers, so prices stay fair for everyone. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.</span></li>
</ul>4Table cell notes
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| Order | Note | Total |
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| #PO-4954 | Thousands of shoppers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. | $359.34 |
| #ORD-7582 | We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you. | $147.94 |
| #TX-4226 | Each product is checked by hand before it goes into the box. | $32.99 |
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">Thousands of shoppers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</td>
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.</td>
<td class="text-end">$147.94</td>
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">Each product is checked by hand before it goes into the box.</td>
<td class="text-end">$32.99</td>
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</div>5Long file names
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- inside-our-new-autumn-collection-final-version-9.docx266 KB
- five-things-we-learned-this-year-final-version-4.docx343 KB
- five-pieces-for-a-capsule-wardrobe-final-version-5.docx581 KB
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<li class="d-flex align-items-center gap-2"><span class="text-primary"><i class="bi bi-file-earmark-text-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i></span><span class="text-truncate">inside-our-new-autumn-collection-final-version-9.docx</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary flex-shrink-0">266 KB</small></li>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-center gap-2"><span class="text-primary"><i class="bi bi-file-earmark-text-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i></span><span class="text-truncate">five-pieces-for-a-capsule-wardrobe-final-version-5.docx</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary flex-shrink-0">581 KB</small></li>
</ul>6Breadcrumb with a long last item
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<nav aria-label="breadcrumb">
<ol class="breadcrumb flex-nowrap mb-0">
<li class="breadcrumb-item"><a href="#">Home</a></li>
<li class="breadcrumb-item"><a href="#">Apparel</a></li>
<li class="breadcrumb-item active text-truncate" aria-current="page">Members get early access to new drops and prices only they can see.</li>
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</nav>7Notification preview
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Isla Delgado replied: Pay securely with card, wallet or in three interest-free instalments.5 days ago
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<strong class="small d-block text-truncate">Isla Delgado replied: Pay securely with card, wallet or in three interest-free instalments.</strong><small class="text-body-secondary">5 days ago</small>
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</div>8Equal card titles
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The small habits that make a big difference: New pieces arrive every month, and the best ones sell out fast.
Jun 22, 2026
A three-step skincare routine that works: Our packaging is plastic-free and every delivery is carbon-neutral.
May 13, 2026
A small guide to a calmer home: Not sure about the size? Our fit guide and live chat help you choose.
Jan 15, 2026
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<h3 class="h6 text-truncate">The small habits that make a big difference: New pieces arrive every month, and the best ones sell out fast.</h3>
<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">Jun 22, 2026</p>
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<h3 class="h6 text-truncate">A three-step skincare routine that works: Our packaging is plastic-free and every delivery is carbon-neutral.</h3>
<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">May 13, 2026</p>
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<h3 class="h6 text-truncate">A small guide to a calmer home: Not sure about the size? Our fit guide and live chat help you choose.</h3>
<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">Jan 15, 2026</p>
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</div>9Chat list
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Ruby Patel18:30
Gift wrapping and a handwritten note are free on every order. We measure success by how many shoppers come back and tell their friends.
Mia Varga13:15
Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email.
Priya Kim15:00
Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.
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<strong class="small text-truncate">Ruby Patel</strong><small class="ms-auto ps-2 text-body-secondary">18:30</small>
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Gift wrapping and a handwritten note are free on every order. We measure success by how many shoppers come back and tell their friends.
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<strong class="small text-truncate">Mia Varga</strong><small class="ms-auto ps-2 text-body-secondary">13:15</small>
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Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email.
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<strong class="small text-truncate">Priya Kim</strong><small class="ms-auto ps-2 text-body-secondary">15:00</small>
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Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.
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</div>10Long web addresses
Page addresses truncate in a link list; the full address is kept in the title attribute.
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<li><a href="#" class="d-block text-truncate" title="example.com/update/how-to/getting-started-with-the-new-dashboard">example.com/launch/update/getting-started-with-the-new-dashboard</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="d-block text-truncate" title="example.com/help/articles/how-to-reset-your-password-and-security-keys">example.com/help/articles/how-to-reset-your-password-and-security-keys</a></li>
</ul>11Product grid names
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Face oil Beauty edition
$40.00
Canvas tote Accessories edition
$36.00
Leather wallet Accessories edition
$63.99
Hand cream Beauty edition
$19.00<div class="row g-2">
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Face oil Beauty edition
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<strong class="small">$40.00</strong>
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Canvas tote Accessories edition
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<strong class="small">$36.00</strong>
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Leather wallet Accessories edition
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<strong class="small">$63.99</strong>
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Hand cream Beauty edition
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<strong class="small">$19.00</strong>
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Styling one piece three different waysFive things we learned this yearOur favourite tips for busy weeksA beginner's guide to getting started
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<span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Styling one piece three different ways</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Five things we learned this year</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Our favourite tips for busy weeks</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">A beginner's guide to getting started</span>
</div>13User menu name
A long account name truncates inside the navbar button.
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<span class="navbar-brand mb-0 h6">Coraeon</span>
<button type="button" class="btn btn-light btn-sm d-flex align-items-center gap-2" style="max-width:12rem"> <img src="../assets/img/avatar-5.svg" alt="" width="24" height="24" class="rounded-circle"><span class="text-truncate">Kenji Lindqvist (Support Specialist)</span><i class="bi bi-chevron-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </button>
</nav>14Why min-width: 0 matters
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Without min-width
Every piece is made in small batches from materials we test ourselves. Free shipping on orders over $50 and easy returns within 30 days.
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Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. Order before 2 pm and most items leave our warehouse the same day.
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<p class="small fw-semibold mb-1">Without min-width</p>
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Every piece is made in small batches from materials we test ourselves. Free shipping on orders over $50 and easy returns within 30 days.
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<span class="badge text-bg-secondary ms-2">New</span>
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<p class="small fw-semibold mb-1">With min-width: 0</p>
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Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. Order before 2 pm and most items leave our warehouse the same day.
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<span class="badge text-bg-primary ms-2">New</span>
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</div>15Sidebar menu
Project names in a narrow sidebar stay on one line each.
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<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Live order tracking Powerful goal focused</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Secure checkout Modern release elegant</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Loyalty rewards Secure launch smart</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Free shipping Simple community modern</span></a></li>
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</nav>16Kanban card titles
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To do
How to choose the right product
Our guide to gifts under $50
Doing
What our shoppers asked us most
What to pack for a rainy weekend outdoors
Done
Five pieces for a capsule wardrobe
Meet the makers behind our ceramics
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How to choose the right product
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Our guide to gifts under $50
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What our shoppers asked us most
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What to pack for a rainy weekend outdoors
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<small class="fw-semibold">Done</small>
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Five pieces for a capsule wardrobe
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<div class="bg-body border rounded p-2 mt-2 small text-truncate">
Meet the makers behind our ceramics
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</div>17Order summary address
A long shipping address truncated in a summary line, with an edit link.
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<span class="text-body-secondary"><i class="bi bi-truck" aria-hidden="true"></i></span> <span class="text-truncate small">Ava Alvarez, 115 Cedar Lane, Barcelona 39932, Spain</span> <a href="#" class="ms-auto small flex-shrink-0">Change</a>
</div>18Dropdown with a long value
The selected option truncates inside a fixed width dropdown button.
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<button class="btn btn-outline-secondary dropdown-toggle d-inline-flex align-items-center" type="button" id="hp-dd-1242" data-ui-toggle="dropdown" aria-expanded="false" style="max-width:14rem"> <span class="text-truncate">Live order tracking for shoppers</span> </button>
<ul class="dropdown-menu" aria-labelledby="hp-dd-1242">
<li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Loyalty rewards</a></li>
<li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Secure checkout</a></li>
</ul>
</div>19Playlist
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- Thoughtful goods for a simpler home4:00
- Quality goods delivered to your door3:15
- Pieces you will reach for every day4:38
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Thoughtful goods for a simpler home</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">4:00</small></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Quality goods delivered to your door</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">3:15</small></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Pieces you will reach for every day</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">4:38</small></li>
</ol>20Full text in a tooltip
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Gift wrapping and a handwritten note are free on every order. New pieces arrive every month, and the best ones sell out fast.
<span class="d-inline-block text-truncate hp-tt" style="max-width:16rem" tabindex="0" data-ui-toggle="tooltip" data-ui-title="Gift wrapping and a handwritten note are free on every order. New pieces arrive every month, and the best ones sell out fast.">Gift wrapping and a handwritten note are free on every order. New pieces arrive every month, and the best ones sell out fast.</span>