How many items in a web form drop down is too many?

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.

1. How many items should be in a drop down?
2. How long should dropdown be?
3. What is correct option for making drop-down list?

How many items should be in a drop down?

Choosing Between a Listbox and a Dropdown List. Compared to using standalone checkboxes or radio buttons, it's better to use a listbox or dropdown list when there are 5 or more items from which users can choose.

How long should dropdown be?

Avoid dropdowns for more than 10 options or less than 5

There are three main issues with dropdowns that have such a large number of options: no overview – seeing more than 20 uncategorized options can be confusing and intimidating to users, making it difficult for them to find the input they need.

What is correct option for making drop-down list?

The correct answer is <SELECT>. The <select> element is used to create a drop-down list. The <select> element is most often used in a form, to collect user input.