The Order of Four Values in Padding

When it comes to defining the padding property in CSS, there are four values that can be specified in a particular order. These values represent the padding space around an element, and understanding their sequence is crucial for precise design control.

The Order:

The padding property can be set using one, two, three, or four values, each representing different sides of the element. The order of these values follows a specific pattern:

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  1 value:
  
  This value applies to all four sides of the element equally.
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  2 values:
  
  The first value represents the top and bottom padding, while the second value is for the left and right padding.
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  3 values:
  
  The values are applied in the order top, right/left, bottom.
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  4 values:
  
  These values are used for setting the padding clockwise starting from the top. The order is top, right, bottom, left.

By understanding the sequence of values in the padding property, designers can control the spacing around elements with precision and consistency.