What is the best way to orient or show the user off-screen required fields that need to be filled out?

1. How do you indicate required fields in web design?
2. How are required entry fields marked?

How do you indicate required fields in web design?

Required fields should be indicated with either a symbol or text, not just color. When providing an indicator for a required field, it should be placed right before the form field. This allows a screen reader to read the indicator to a screen reader user right before the user activates the field.

How are required entry fields marked?

Summary: Using an asterisk to mark required fields is an easy way to improve the usability of your forms. Only marking optional fields makes it difficult for people to fill out the form.