Choose the right field type

Pick the component that matches what you collect. A poor match can confuse users and complicate validation.

Quick guide

You needStart with
Short textText field
Long textText area
NumberNumber input
Date/timeDate picker / Time picker
One of many choicesSelect
One of few choicesRadio group
Yes/noCheckbox or Switch
File uploadUploader / Dropzone
Section titleTypography / Title
Group fieldsStack, Container, Grid
SubmitButton

Author guides

Full catalog

For the full component and property reference, see the Components library.

Summary

Match the component to the data type and interaction. Use the author guide pages first, and consult the library when needed.

See also