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- When not to use dropdown?
- How many types of drop-down are there?
- What is the difference between dropdown and accordion?
- Do dropdowns need labels?
When not to use dropdown?
In General, Avoid Drop-Downs When There Are More Than 10 or Fewer Than 5 Options. Drop-downs quickly become difficult for users when they are presented with an overwhelming number of options to choose from. Take, for instance, a commonly included input in checkout forms, the “Country Selection” drop-down.
How many types of drop-down are there?
I also want to clarify that there are two main types of dropdowns: those used for navigation and those used in forms.
What is the difference between dropdown and accordion?
The accordion will push down the content, while the dropdown lays over the content.
Do dropdowns need labels?
Like other form inputs, a select menu should always have a label next to it (W3C standard). You should also have a clear and meaningful label (not generic ones like “None” or “Please select”) inside the select menu that tells users what exactly they're selecting.
