Grouping Form Elements

When elements are related to each other, it is beneficial to group them as it helps the user to better comprehend the form, and it allows them to concentrate on smaller, structured sets of fields rather than attempting to understand the entire form at once. Grouping can be accomplished both visually on the interface and logically in the code.

fieldset and legend elements

To group several related form elements together, we use the <fieldset> element. It provides a container for these elements, and we can add a group title using the nested <legend> element. It is important to group related radio buttons and checkboxes, and other field types can also be grouped as necessary. This helps improve the organization and clarity of the form for the user.

Example

Let's consider another example using the fieldset element, which groups related form controls together, and a legend element, which provides a caption for the group. This time, we'll focus on a product selection form where users can choose multiple products.

• The fieldset groups the checkboxes together, making the form more organized and easier to understand for the user;
• The legend provides a title, telling the user that the section is for choosing products;
• The checkboxes allow the user to select multiple products from the available options. Each option is associated with a specific product (vegetable, fruit, dairy).

Note

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