Let’s explore the HTML <input type=”checkbox”> element, which plays an important role in creating checkboxes in web forms.
These boxes offer a convenient way for users to choose between multiple options, with the possibility of selecting zero, one, or more of them.
Checkboxes are ideal when we want to allow users to choose between multiple options simultaneously.
For example, when filling out a preferences form, the user can select multiple categories of interest, indicating their choices by checking the corresponding checkboxes.
By using <input type=”checkbox”>, the developer creates a checkbox for each available option. The user can then check (or uncheck) the checkboxes according to their preferences.
It is important to note that, unlike radio buttons, checkboxes allow the user to choose zero, one, or multiple options at the same time.
This flexibility makes checkboxes a valuable choice in situations where the choices are not mutually exclusive.
Understanding how to implement and customize checkboxes in forms is essential for creating interactive and user-friendly interfaces, giving users the freedom to express their preferences in a simple and efficient way.
Take a look at the example:
<form> <input type="checkbox" id="vehicle1" name="vehicle1" value="Bike"> <label for="vehicle1"> I have a bike</label><br> <input type="checkbox" id="vehicle2" name="vehicle2" value="Car"> <label for="vehicle2"> I have a car</label><br> <input type="checkbox" id="vehicle3" name="vehicle3" value="Boat"> <label for="vehicle3"> I have a boat</label> </form>
