"In other words, Combobox combines a text input field with a dropdown list, so users can type to filter and select a single option. With Multiselect, users can select many options (often displayed as pills or chips). Listboxes display all list options visible by default, often with scrolling. It's helpful when users need to see all available choices immediately. Dual listbox (also called transfer list) is a variation of a listbox that allows users to move items between two listboxes (left ↔ right), typically for bulk selection."
"So what's the difference between combobox, multiselect, listbox, and dropdown? While all these UI components might appear similar, they serve different purposes. The choice often comes down to the number of available options and their visibility. Let's see how they differ, what purpose they serve, and how to choose the right one - avoiding misunderstandings and wrong expectations along the way."
Select UI components according to the number of options and whether those options must be visible by default. Dropdown hides the list until triggered, saving space for infrequent or compact choices. Combobox merges a text input with a dropdown so users can type to filter and select a single option, ideal for long lists with single selection. Multiselect supports typing to filter and selecting many options, often showing choices as pills or chips. Listbox shows all options by default with scrolling when immediate visibility matters. Dual listbox (transfer list) moves items between two lists for efficient bulk selection. Avoid hiding frequently used options.
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