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GOV.UK Design System: Date input
Documents date input for dates users already know or can look up, three grouped day/month/year text fields, fieldset and legend structure, valid example date hints, numeric input mode, month-name tolerance, no automatic tabbing, autocomplete attributes for birth dates, and group-level error messages.
Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date input | Choose date input for exact dates users already know or can find quickly. | Typing, paste, selection, deletion, undo, and correction happen inside each part without automatic focus movement. | GOV.UK date input guidance supports known-date use, grouped fields, fieldset legends, examples, month-name tolerance, no auto-tabbing, and errors. |
Evidence Role
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Publisher: Government Digital Service. Last checked: .