Would a combination of radio buttons and generic command buttons be a better choice?
Often radio buttons are used in conjunction with generic command buttons (OK, Cancel) in place of a set of specific command buttons when any of the following are true: • There are five or more possible actions. • Users need to view additional information before making a decision. • Users need to interact with the choices (perhaps to see additional information) before making a decision. • Users view the choices as options instead of different commands. Correct: In this example, radio buttons are combined with OK and Cancel buttons to provide additional information about the options. Incorrect: In this example, command buttons alone make it difficult for users to make an informed decision. Note: For a detailed comparison, review Command Buttons vs. Links.
