Checkboxes are a common UI element used for selecting one or more options from a list. They are often used in forms, surveys, and settings to allow users to make selections.

Basic Usage

  • Single Selection: Checkboxes are typically used for single selection when only one option can be chosen at a time.
  • Multiple Selection: To allow multiple selections, checkboxes can be grouped together.

Creating Checkboxes

Here's how you can create a simple checkbox in HTML:

<input type="checkbox" id="option1" />
<label for="option1">Option 1</label>

Styling Checkboxes

You can style checkboxes using CSS to match your design or theme.

input[type="checkbox"] {
  /* Your styles here */
}

Accessibility

  • Label: Always use a label with the for attribute to associate it with the checkbox. This improves accessibility for screen readers.
  • Visibility: Ensure that checkboxes are visible and easily clickable.

Examples

Here are some examples of how checkboxes can be used:

  • Survey Form: Use checkboxes to ask multiple-choice questions.
  • Settings Page: Allow users to enable or disable certain features.

For more information on form elements and best practices, check out our Form Elements Guide.

Checkbox Example