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Web forms placeholder text – Don’t use it!

I found a great resource that explains with excellent examples why we shouldn’t use web forms placeholder text as field labels.

“Placeholders are popular because they save space and have a minimalist aesthetic. But using placeholder text for labels or even just hint text is problematic.”

I often explain to people that what is most accessible and useful for people isn’t always the sleekest design.

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More information from Nielsen Norman Group

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