Using `space-*`, `gap-*` and Addressing the "Gotcha"

Using `space-x-4` with Flexbox

Item A
Item B
Item C

The flex container above uses `space-x-4` to create horizontal spacing between its children.

Using `gap-4` with Grid

Cell 1
Cell 2
Cell 3
Cell 4
Cell 5

The grid container above uses `gap-4` to create consistent spacing between all grid cells.

"Gotcha": Sticking to Tailwind's Scale vs. Arbitrary Values

Good Practice: Using Tailwind's Scale

This box uses `p-2` and `m-4`.

Using standard scale values ensures visual consistency.

Potential Pitfall: Overusing Arbitrary Values

This box uses `p-[7px]` and `m-[17px]`.

Gotcha: Mixing Tailwind's spacing scale with arbitrary pixel values too frequently (e.g., `m-[17px]`, `p-[7px]`) can lead to visual inconsistencies. While sometimes necessary, try to stick to the scale (e.g., `m-4`, `p-2`) or extend your theme for custom consistent values.