Some of the same topics come up again and again when dealing with websites being freshly implemented onto the Siteflex platform. One of the topics that have been coming up a few times recently is that of the Reset button on Forms, and just how useful (or useless?) it is.

The Reset risks? Instantly removing valuable Form data that has been input by the user, completely by mistake. Often buttons have not been custom styled and so sit directly next to the Submit button - a dangerous spot! Especially with larger forms, the risk increases more still. Anytime something like this goes wrong, form abandonment is a strong possibility, which is not something anybody wants.

From a usability perspective, the Reset button (sitting next to the Submit button) is a choice and a chance for confusion, a misunderstanding or a mistake to be made. Not to mention this situation causes a slow down in the form submission while the user considers the choice.

The Reset benefits? Easy to start over on a form given mistakes. Umm... possibly a small feeling of security?

With this in mind, Siteflex forms no longer have a Reset button by default.

The Form Reset button is gone but not forgotten, they can be enabled on your Siteflex website's forms in Site Settings for those that are keen to use them.