====== 7.3.1. Clearly indicate mandatory fields ======

On each form, mandatory fields should be clearly indicated:
  * A distinctive sign (statement, symbol, pictogram, etc.) must be provided in the label of each mandatory field.
  * A statement at the beginning of the form must indicate that the symbol or pictogram stands for a mandatory field. 


<note>**Note**\\
  * If all the form fields are mandatory, then the statement “All fields are mandatory” may be sufficient.
  * You can also indicate at the beginning of a form that all fields are mandatory, except where there is an indication that the field is optional in the field label.
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===== Examples =====

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//In this example, mandatory fields are indicated with an asterisk.//

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//In this example, optional field is indicated.//


===== Related recommendations =====

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  * Next recommendation: [[notices:graphique-ergonomique:prevoir-des-aides-a-la-saisie-si-necessaire]]
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