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 ```
 
 Buffer-local variables for settings always override the global settings.
+
+### 5.xvi. How can I configure the height of the list in which ALE displays errors?
+
+To set a default height for the error list, use the `g:ale_list_window_size` variable.
+
+```vim
+" Show 5 lines of errors (default: 10)
+let g:ale_list_window_size = 5
+```