---
layout: docs
title: Vertical rule
description: Use the custom vertical rule helper to create vertical dividers like the `
` element.
group: helpers
toc: true
added: "5.1"
---
## How it works
Vertical rules are inspired by the `
` element, allowing you to create vertical dividers in common layouts. They're styled just like `
` elements:
- They're `1px` wide
- They have `min-height` of `1em`
- Their color is set via `currentColor` and `opacity`
Customize them with additional styles as needed.
## Example
{{< example >}}
{{< /example >}}
Vertical rules scale their height in flex layouts:
{{< example >}}
{{< /example >}}
## With stacks
They can also be used in [stacks]({{< docsref "/helpers/stacks" >}}):
{{< example >}}
First item
Second item
Third item
{{< /example >}}