Default Entry Remains in Edit Box
Archived Issue
Current Iteration of Issue
Short Description
The default text in an edit box remains when user types in new information
Long Description
- If the default information in an edit box is selected when the user enters the edit box, the new entry will replace the old information.
- If the default entry remains in the edit box, the combination of the new and default entry will probably make the new entry incorrect.
- A blind user will not notice that the old information remained in the edit box until they review the entry.
- Having the default entry automatically go away saves the user a couple of steps as they try to make a correct entry.
Example of Issue
No example currently available
Recommendations
- Take any steps to help the user make a correct entry into a forms field.
- The most basic way to help people make a correct entry is probably to have the default text selected so new text will replace the old.
Related Issues
WCAG Reference
Accessibility/Usability
Accessibility
Usability
Impacted Assistive Technology
Screen Reader
Screen Magnifier
Impacted Type of Device
Computer
Mobile