Stop Misusing Placeholder Text on Textfields
Too many forms are misusing placeholder text on text fields. Placeholder text is not an…
Forms
Articles on designing intuitive form components
Best Practices to Make Your Toasts Usable and Accessible
There are many reasons why toasts are an effective way to express interface states. But…
How to Reduce Form Abandonment with Info Icons
Not every form field is straightforward. Sometimes the user isn’t sure what data to enter…
Question Mark vs. Info Icon: When to Use Which
Every now and then, users need help with their tasks. There are a couple of…
Clear Visual Cues for the Perfect File Uploader
Sharing and sending media is quite common on interfaces. However, users need to use the…
Why You Should Stop Using Radio Buttons for Scaled Items
You're probably used to displaying radio buttons in a list format. However, list formats aren't…
The Optimal Way to Mark Optional Form Fields
Many designers tend to mark optional fields by placing "(optional)" after the field label. This…
Required Data Fields That Shouldn’t Be “Required”
Removing unnecessary optional fields will improve your form's conversion rate. However, there are certain "required"…
Optional Fields You Should Remove on Your Form
It's no secret that fewer form fields lead to higher conversion rates. Reducing them not…
Why Users Opt Out Forms That Mark Required Fields
Did you know you could be losing many users when they see your form for…
Single-Page vs. Multi-Page Forms: When to Use Which
Should you use a single-page or multi-page form? Many designers have wondered which approach provides…
16 Innovative UX Practices to Simplify Logins
A login form is like the entrance to a house. It should be welcoming, easy…
Why “Remember Me” on Logins Should Be the Default
If you could save yourself effort from typing in your login credentials on each site…
10 Usability Mistakes Most Designers Make on Checkboxes
Before you use a checkbox on your interface, you got to ask yourself a couple…