How to increase visible information density on the Kanban using mosaic mode
To see more cards on the same screen without changing zoom or resolution, Jestor introduced compact, mosaic, and compact mosaic modes on the kanban — options that eliminate dead space between cards.
Why does increasing information density on the kanban matter?
Kanbans with a lot of cards suffer from a simple problem: each visually pleasant card, with generous spacing, takes up too much room, forcing whoever works there to scroll endlessly to find the information they need.
How do the kanban's density modes work?
- In the standard style, you can switch between sharp or fully rounded corners, and between small, medium, or large card size.
- The real productivity gain comes from the density options: compact, mosaic, and compact mosaic eliminate dead space inside and between cards.
- In compact mosaic mode, the number of visible cards per row can nearly double compared to the standard mode.
- Combined with field conditionals by stage, you can show only the relevant information at each step.
- A card outline color option helps visually separate one card from another.
| Display mode | Density gain |
|---|---|
| Standard | Generous spacing, softer visual style |
| Compact | Reduces dead space between cards |
| Compact mosaic | Can nearly double the number of visible cards per row |
To adjust kanban density:
- In the kanban editor, choose between the standard style and the compact, mosaic, or compact mosaic options.
- Adjust card size (small, medium, or large).
- Set an outline color, if desired.
Why choose Jestor to adapt the kanban to your card volume?
Having configurable density options means each team can choose between a more spacious or a denser layout, depending on the volume of cards they need to track.
Frequently asked questions
Does mosaic mode change any kanban rules besides the visuals?
No, it's a change in density and visual style; stage rules and conditionals stay the same.
Can I combine mosaic mode with field conditionals by stage?
Yes, and that combination helps make even better use of the available screen space.
Can card size be adjusted separately from density?
Yes, there are small, medium, and large size options, independent of the chosen mode.
Does this setting apply to the whole account or just one kanban?
It's configured in each kanban's editor, so different teams can use different densities.
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