The original, source version of a reusable design piece from which all copies are made. Change the master and every copy across the project updates automatically to match.
Synonyms
- main component
- source component
- parent component
Related terms
In plain words
- the master copy that all the duplicates follow
- the one original button that controls all the others
Usage example
Editing the master component's corner radius rounded every button in the file at once.
Don't confuse with…
- instanceThe master component is the single source original; an instance is a linked copy that receives changes from it.
Categories
- Design systems