An input that must be filled in before the form can be submitted, often marked with an asterisk.
Synonyms
- mandatory field
- required input
Related terms
- optional field
- form validation
- error message
- label
In plain words
- a box you have to fill in
- the field with the star that you can't skip
Usage example
Mark the email as a required field so no one submits the form without it.
Don't confuse with…
- optional fieldA required field must be completed; an optional field may be left blank.
Categories
- Forms & inputs