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Not only is it OK, it is actually the correct way to do it. If a field is Required then the label of the field itself should say so. The objective of this technique is to provide a clear indication that a specific form control in a Web application or form is required for successful data submission.
- Where do you put asterisk in required field?
- What does Fields marked with an asterisk mean?
- What does an asterisk mean in a form?
Where do you put asterisk in required field?
If possible, provide an asterisk (*) in the label with appropriate alt text as required. If an asterisk symbol is being used, be sure to also use HTML5 or ARIA required attributes on the form fields.
What does Fields marked with an asterisk mean?
Fields marked with * are mandatory
Using an asterisk (*) symbol content authors notify mandatory field. This is said to be one of the accessible modes of identifying a mandatory field, however this method also will be a problem with screen readers in certain times.
What does an asterisk mean in a form?
Asterisk (*) next to a form control's label usually indicates it as "required". Oftentimes, this asterisk's purpose is then explained somewhere else on the page. Many users (especially screen reader users) may be confused with that, so be sure to make this information is easily accessible.
