B22 · Reference edition 2026.11
Loose-sheet supports — Layout and sequence
An enclosure for loose sheets should distinguish the stack, support and access margin. Handling needs differ from those of a bound volume.
Scope and purpose
Place the relevant elements in a visible order before completing the record. A diagram should distinguish position from sequence and should preserve the orientation used in the written notes. Review the example for a practical way to make the relationship explicit.
Working notes
This collection describes enclosure forms, access routes and documentation practices for paper-based material. It is intended for reading and planning, not for directing treatment of fragile objects. Fold diagrams and record examples are original illustrations with no associated collection or accession data. Material descriptions distinguish observed features from documented properties. Decisions about a real object, its condition and its environment require the relevant professional judgement.
Practical example
Show the support edge and the preferred lifting region outside the image area.
| Reference record | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| B22 | Loose-sheet supports |
| Scope and purpose | An enclosure for loose sheets should distinguish the stack, support and access margin. Handling needs differ from those of a bound volume. |
| Limits and interpretation | Do not treat the sheet count as a reliable substitute for stack thickness. |
Review checklist
Identify the starting condition; mark the order or orientation; check that labels in the figure match the accompanying table.