Sunday, June 2, 2019

forms - Should field labels be nouns or verbs?



On a web form should field labels be nouns or verbs? This issue arose from two fields on an account request form that currently read:



  • Temporary Password

  • Re-Enter Temporary Password


There is debate as to whether a verb should ever sneak in. From general observation I believe nouns are more frequently used - especially for sign-up forms - but I do know that breaking a pattern can draw attention to the item.


So, nouns or verbs (or both)? Links to studies would be greatly appreciated.




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