PARAGRAPH
Detect overuse of horizontal rule separators.
Behavior¶
| Result | Input text | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Flag | Repeated "---" lines between many short sections. | Divider count exceeds reasonable editorial use. |
| Flag | Alternating headers and horizontal rules throughout a brief note. | Layout feels scaffolded rather than authored. |
| Pass | One divider between two major sections. | Limited structural use is acceptable. |
| Pass | Sectioning done with headings and paragraph transitions only. | No excessive visual separators. |
Severity¶
Low to medium; mostly a formatting signal unless heavily repeated.
Default configuration¶
min_count4
penalty-3