Origins and Design
The kebab menu icon itself typically consists of three vertically aligned dots. It is a derivative of earlier UI elements designed to simplify and facilitate interaction within the digital interface. The idea of using dots to indicate more options came from the need to save screen real estate and reduce visual clutter on the screen, especially on mobile devices where space is scarce.
What is Kebab Menu?
A “kebab menu” refers to a type of user interface element commonly found in mobile and web applications. It is represented by an icon consisting of three vertically aligned dots [⋮]. When clicked or tapped, it opens a dropdown or pop-up menu with various commands or settings.