Mode of a template offers a quick way to sort by type, such as “B” would group. all those with birds.
These are the Codes used in Modes
2 foliage or tendrils that are separate, two-dimensional
3 foliage or tendrils that are crossing or emerging out of another
c major part of the foliage placed in the centre of the capital
f major foliage on the flanks, supporting the upper corner
r rinceau designs, often emerging from the mouth
+ more than one row of elements
# repeatitive items place in rows and layers
<> foliage connects above the astragal, rather than rising from it.
oo elements framed, mainly in rinceau designs.
B birds or animals
cone the core form is dominant, decoration laid over it
e enchancre, though seldom consistent on all capitals.
H heads or people
geom geometric forms or lines
hang foliage hanging, at times from a head or crocket
Sp spiral rinceau designs
T^ tips of leaves extended and pointing up, or Tv pointing down
tree tree-like forms
X straps, either crossing or used instead of foliage.
