A bar type display is an elongated (panoramic) display with a non-standard aspect ratio that is much wider than normal (for example, 16:3, 8:1, 32:9). Bar type panels are used in scenarios with limited vertical or horizontal space, such as public transportation, vending machines, wayfinding systems, or retail windows. They are typically LCD-TFT screens offering wide viewing angles, high brightness, and resolutions suited to the unusual format, allowing outdoor usage as well.
Often, these displays are created by cutting and sealing standard matrix sizes, which affects their availability and cost. Content for bar displays is designed for extreme landscape or portrait orientation, requiring custom UI layouts to utilize the unique proportions.
