Can someone explain the use of containers (rectangles, etc)?

[MikesClub]

I often see people talking about the use of “containers” (most commonly, rectangles) in forum discussions, but I haven’t seen any guidance on how, when, and where to use them. I understand the general idea, but I’d really like to ask for more information.

When should I use a container element, and what are the best practices for them?

Should I always group elements to the container?

What problems might I run into if I don’t use one?

In short, is there, or can someone write, an overview of containers as intended by the Adalo developers?

Just trying to get a better grip on the best ways to use Adalo.

Thanks so very much!

[Eugen]

Containers are really important by design side. Imagine they are like “layouts” where to put your components such as buttons, texts or lists.
I mostly use a Rectangle + Icon to build buttons, in order to get more clickable area. You could even use Ellipse + Icon to get something similar to an Action Button.
Or to make the Top App Bar, i use a container Rectangle + Text + Icon.
Remember to always group Container + Component so they are like a unique thing
Grouping elements saves you a lot of time in case you want to clone an app section

See some exemples

[MikesClub]

Very helpful. Thank you.