Checkbox

Binary toggle control.

Also known as:
  • Checkbox Group
  • Checkbox Card
  • Checkbox Button
  • Checkbox Toggle
  • Checkbox Wrapper
  • Choice Card
  • Choice Group
  • Option Group
  • Checkboxes
  • Choicebox
  • Selectgroup
  • Selection group
  • SelectPanel
  • Multi-select
  • Option Selector
  • Selection Control

Overview

Purpose

The Checkbox component binary toggle control.within our design system. It follows our primitive layer principles, ensuring consistency and reusability across applications.

When to Use

  • Use when you need collecting user input
  • Appropriate for inputs contexts
  • Follows primitive component patterns

When Not to Use

  • Avoid when simpler alternatives exist
  • Don't use for display-only content
  • Consider alternatives for edge cases

Anatomy

Understanding the structure of the Checkbox component helps ensure proper implementation and customization.

Anatomy documentation will be available once the component is implemented. The structure will follow our primitive layer guidelines.

Variants & States

Interactive variants will be available once the component is implemented. Expected variants include standard states and visual variations.

API Reference

API documentation will be available once the component is implemented in ui/components/Checkbox.

Accessibility

Standards Compliance

This component follows WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and includes proper ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support.

Common Pitfalls

  • Missing indeterminate state
  • small click target
  • keyboard traps.

Accessibility Checklist

  • ✓ Keyboard navigation support
  • ✓ Screen reader compatibility
  • ✓ Color contrast compliance
  • ✓ Focus management
  • ✓ ARIA attributes
  • ✓ Reduced motion support

Usage Guidelines

✓ Do

  • Use consistent spacing and sizing
  • Follow established patterns
  • Provide clear labels and descriptions
  • Test with assistive technologies

✗ Don't

  • Override core functionality
  • Use without proper context
  • Ignore accessibility requirements
  • Modify without design system approval

Examples

Code examples will be available once the component is implemented. Examples will include basic usage, advanced patterns, and integration scenarios.

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