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U.S. Web Design System Combo Box

Documents combo box use for choosing one item from a large list, filtering options by typed query, using select or radio controls for small option sets, preserving labels, and supporting accessible form states.

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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports

Pattern Supported decision Required contract Claim note
Combobox Choose a combobox when a single field controls a popup of allowed or suggested values. The combobox element owns or controls its popup with aria-controls when the popup is available. USWDS supports combo box use for selecting one item from a large option set and points to select or radio controls when choices are limited.

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Publisher: U.S. Web Design System. Last checked: .