A small square you click to turn an option on or off. Several checkboxes can be ticked at once.
Synonyms
- tick box
- check box
Related terms
- radio button
- toggle switch
- checkbox group
- form field
In plain words
- the little square you tick
- the box you check to agree
Usage example
Add a checkbox so users can agree to the terms before signing up.
Don't confuse with…
- radio buttonCheckboxes let you pick several options; radio buttons let you pick only one.
Categories
- Forms & inputs