FORM VALIDATION IS TAKEN FOR GRANTED AND YET IT COULD MAKE OR BREAK THE QUALITY OF WORK YOU PUSH TO STAGING OR PRODUCTION.
I have created a quick checklist to help your form validation be as sleek as Kim Kardashian's bun.
Start here
Identify Required Fields: Clearly mark all mandatory fields (asterisk, bold text)
Define Validation Rules: Document specific requirements for each field (length, format, etc.)
*Validation Checks *
Length: Minimum and maximum characters allowed (e.g., username 6-20 characters)
Data Type: Numbers only, letters only, email format, etc. (use regular expressions if needed)
Range: For numbers (e.g., age between 18-65)
Selection: Ensure dropdowns or radio buttons have a valid selection
*Error Messages *
Clarity: Use clear and concise language (e.g., "Username must be 6-20 characters")
Specificity: Indicate the exact error (e.g., "Invalid email format").
User-friendliness: Avoid technical jargon (e.g., "Please enter a valid email" instead of "Invalid email syntax").
Placement: Display error messages near the associated field.
Additional Tips
Real-time feedback: Consider inline validation as users type (e.g., color change for invalid input).
Positive reinforcement: Acknowledge successful validation (e.g., green checkmark).
Testing: Thoroughly test all validation scenarios.
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Top comments (1)
Excellent article, thanks for the tips