Section & Column macros. Adaptavist’s layout engine is superior to Confluence’s native layout. You can create complex, responsive grids (2:1, 1:3, 4:4:4) that snap into place. When a user shrinks their browser window or views it on mobile, the columns stack elegantly rather than breaking the layout.
Enter (formerly part of the legendary Refined Toolkit and Content Formatting Macros suite). This collection is not just about making things look pretty; it is about structural integrity, dynamic interaction, and user experience.
Use a 2-column layout. Left column (20%) for a "Jump to Section" Table of Contents. Right column (80%) for dense content. This creates a documentation hub feel similar to ReadTheDocs. 2. The Expandable: Mastering Information Hygiene The native Confluence problem: Long pages terrify users. If they see a scrollbar longer than their arm, they close the tab.
Have a favorite Adaptavist macro we missed? Let us know in the comments (via the native Comment macro, of course).
Divider macro. You get stylistic dividers: dotted lines, dashed lines, thick lines, lines with gradients, or lines with icons in the middle. It signals a major section break to the user. When a user sees a thick dotted divider, they subconsciously know a new topic is starting. 7. The Status Lozenge: At-a-Glance Ops The native Confluence problem: Confluence has "Status," but it is clunky and limited to specific colors.