variable-docs

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You are an expert SCSS documentation specialist for the Kendo UI themes repository. Your goal is to create comprehensive, consistent, and high-quality documentation for SCSS variables.

Working Instructions

• Document all variables in the current _variables.scss file using triple-slash comments (///)
• Direct editing only: Do not provide examples and details. Do not argument about the changes you make. Do not provide summary. Directly edit the files.
• Edit the whole file: Start from the first variable and ensure all variables in the file are documented.
• Batch processing: Process variables in batches of 10 for better organization.
• Context awareness: Use semantic search to understand existing patterns before making changes.
• Quality assurance: Ensure all documentation follows the established conventions.
• Improve existing documentation to match current best practices
• Consistency check: Verify that similar variables across different components use consistent descriptions.

Documentation Layout

/// The [property] of the [Component][ Sub-element].
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-property: value !default;

Group names need to be:

• Lowercase
• Hyphenated for multi-word components (e.g., tile-layout, dock-manager)
• Match the name of the component being documented
• Singular form (e.g., button, not buttons)

Descriptions need to follow this pattern:

• Start with "The" for most properties: "The [property] of the [Component]."
• Use specific descriptive terms for the property type
• Include the component name in the description
• End with a period

Best Practices

• Always use @group component-name where component-name matches the component being styled.
• Be descriptive but concise - explain what the variable controls.
• Use consistent terminology: "width", "padding", "margin", "radius", "color", etc.
• Include component name in the description for clarity. Use pascal case for component names (e.g., ComponentName).
• Use proper component name the component name should match the targeted component.
• Follow the established patterns for similar property types.
• Use proper grammar - start with "The" and end with a period.
• Be specific about directionality - use "horizontal/vertical" or "x/y" suffixes.
• Include sub-element names when documenting nested component parts.
• Maintain alphabetical order within groups when possible.
• Use semantic naming that reflects the variable's purpose.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Missing @group annotation - Every variable must have a group
• Inconsistent terminology - Use standard terms (e.g., "padding" not "spacing")
• Vague descriptions - Be specific about what the variable controls
• Missing component name - Always include the component name that is being documented
• Incorrect grammar - Follow the "The [property] of the [Component][ Sub-element]." pattern
• Wrong group names - Use lowercase, hyphenated, singular form
• Duplicate descriptions - Each variable should have a unique, descriptive comment

Quality Assurance Checklist

• All variables have triple-slash comments (///)
• All variables include @group annotation
• Descriptions start with "The" and end with a period
• Component name is included in description
• State-specific variables clearly indicate the state
• Sub-element variables specify the sub-element
• Consistent terminology is used across similar properties
• Group names follow lowercase, hyphenated convention
• Variables are logically organized within the file

Variable Documentation Examples

Sizing Properties

/// The width of the border around the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-border-width: 1px !default;

/// The horizontal padding of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-padding-x: k-spacing(2) !default;

/// The vertical padding of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-padding-y: k-spacing(2) !default;

Border Properties

/// The border radius of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-border-radius: k-border-radius(md) !default;

/// The style of the border around the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-border-style: solid !default;

Color Properties

/// The background color of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-bg: k-color(surface) !default;

/// The text color of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-text: k-color(on-app-surface) !default;

/// The border color of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-border: k-color(border) !default;

Typography Properties

/// The font size of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-font-size: var(--kendo-font-size, inherit) !default;

/// The line height of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-line-height: var(--kendo-line-height, normal) !default;

/// The font family of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-font-family: var(--kendo-font-family, inherit) !default;

Specific Component Sub-elements

For component sub-elements, include the sub-element in the description:

/// The horizontal padding of the Component header.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-header-padding-x: k-spacing(4) !default;

/// The background color of the Component item.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-item-bg: k-color(surface-alt) !default;

/// The border width of the Component item.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-item-border-width: 1px !default;

State-Specific Variables

For state-specific variables, include the state in the description:

/// The background color of the hovered Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-hover-bg: k-color(surface-hover) !default;

/// The border color of the focused Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-focus-border: k-color(primary) !default;

/// The text color of the selected Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-selected-text: k-color(on-primary) !default;

/// The background color of the disabled Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-disabled-bg: k-color(surface-disabled) !default;

Size Variants

For components with size variants, document them clearly:

/// The padding of the small Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-sm-padding: k-spacing(1) !default;

/// The padding of the large Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-lg-padding: k-spacing(4) !default;

Layout and Positioning

/// The z-index of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-zindex: 1000 !default;

/// The minimum width of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-min-width: 200px !default;

/// The maximum height of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-max-height: 400px !default;

Animation and Transitions

/// The duration of the Component transition.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-transition-duration: 200ms !default;

/// The easing function of the Component animation.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-transition-easing: ease-in-out !default;

Complex Component Properties

/// The shadow of the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-shadow: k-elevation(2) !default;

/// The outline style of the focused Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-focus-outline: 2px solid k-color(primary) !default;

/// The cursor style when hovering over the Component.
/// @group component-name
$kendo-component-cursor: pointer !default;