Forms everyone can complete

Forms are where users actually get something done. If a form is not accessible, that task does not happen.

Always show the label‎Always show the label

Placeholder text disappears once you start typing. Every field needs a visible label.

Errors next to the field, with a fix‎Errors next to the field, with a fix

An error message should say what went wrong and how to fix it, right next to the field it belongs to.

A few more points‎A few more points

• Tab order should match visual order
• The right field type (email, phone) opens the right keyboard on mobile
• After a failed submit, move focus to a summary of the errors