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Auto Layout → Zero Block: what transfers and what becomes fixed

How to use Auto Layout in the source without expecting an absolute canvas to behave like Flexbox.

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Auto Layout expresses intent

In the editor, Auto Layout describes spacing, order and sizing. TildEka uses it during diagnostics and packaging, while Zero Block mostly stores absolute coordinates per screen.

02

What becomes fixed

Final x, y, width and height are stored per breakpoint. Editing text in Tilda will not always push neighboring elements as Flexbox would.

03

Where Auto Layout helps most

Buttons, cards, lists and navigation produce the most predictable source structure. Remove accidental absolute children and negative spacing before diagnostics.

04

Responsive strategy

Do not expect one desktop Frame to invent every screen. Create the required widths in the source: TildEka transfers design decisions rather than generating a mobile design.