Should clicking outside an important modal close it?

1. Should clicking outside a modal close it?
2. How do you close a modal when clicked outside?
3. How do I stop modal from closing when clicking outside?
4. Should a modal have a close button?

Should clicking outside a modal close it?

modals: can only be closed through very deliberate action, because closing would break some flow or may cause data loss. These have no X button, cannot be closed by clicking outside modal. Most do have a separate "abort" button, making it more explicit that closing may result in data loss.

How do you close a modal when clicked outside?

Modal Header

You have two options to close this modal: Click on the "x" or click anywhere outside of the modal!

How do I stop modal from closing when clicking outside?

Resolution. Use the setBackdropStatic() function when calling a modal window to prevent closing when clicked outside of it.

Should a modal have a close button?

Closing the modal: Always provide a clear close option for users by using a button or an 'x' icon at the top right of the modal.