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The Inline sliders allow users to make selections from a range of values.
Use inline sliders to select a value from a range, such as setting screen brightness or font size. Changes made with sliders are immediate, allowing the user to continue to make adjustments until they are satisfied. Don’t use sliders in situations where adjustments are not immediate.
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