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Definition: Leaders are rows of dots that help lead the reader from one bit of information to another across a page. You'll commonly find them used in a table of contents, an index, or a price list.

Also Known As: dot leaders, tab leaders

Examples:
example of dot leaders in a table of contents

Related Resources:

Connect the Dots!
Get a quick design lesson in using and creating dot leaders.
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