# 6 UX Principles to Improve Form User Experience Ways to reduce user frustration when filling out forms. - **Source:** [UX Planet](https://uxplanet.org) - **Published:** 2026-07-16 - **Topic:** [Design & UX](https://brifing.si/c/design) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ba07d44b-33b6-4162-96c9-c5fff4b2ae27 ## The Importance of Forms in User Experience Forms are one of the most challenging aspects of digital product interactions for users. Poorly designed forms can lead to users abandoning processes and leaving your service. Therefore, form design is a critical part of the user experience. ## Proper Use of the Submit Button It's an important rule to keep the submit button disabled until all required fields are filled. However, it's essential to clearly indicate what's missing so users understand why they can't submit. A grayed-out button without explanation can frustrate users even more. ## Highlight Required Fields Clearly mark which fields are mandatory so users can easily identify them. Using asterisks or 'required' labels for mandatory fields simplifies the form completion process for users. ## Provide Immediate Feedback When users make incorrect entries while filling out the form, they should see these errors immediately. A small warning message next to the field helps users correct their mistakes and ensures the form is submitted successfully. ## Keep Forms Simple and Short To prevent users from getting bored during the form-filling process, keep the form as short and simple as possible. Only ask for necessary information and avoid adding unnecessary questions. Short forms result in higher completion rates. ## The Importance of User-Friendly Forms Well-designed forms positively impact users' interactions with your product. They increase user satisfaction and improve completion rates, contributing to the overall success of your product. ## Sources covering this story - https://uxplanet.org/form-ux-best-practices-e32379477553?source=rss----819cc2aaeee0---4 — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._