# Form headings

> Forms guide users as they provide information and move through workflows. Precise initial information in headings sets up users for easy form completion.

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Keep form headings (sometimes called form names or form titles) short and don't give instructions in the heading.

  
    
      Create account
    
  
  
    
      Please fill out the following information to create your new user account with us.
    
  

Use sentence case for all form headings without periods (full stops).

  
    
      Calibrate sensors
    
  
  
    
      Calibrate Sensors.
    
  

Use strong verbs for form headings and keep them action-oriented.

  
    
      Update profile
    
  
  
    
      Tell us a little about yourself
    
  

Match exact verbs and nouns from form headings with button labels whenever possible. When not possible, match form headings with button labels to reflect the goal of the form instead of always using Submit.

  
    
      Form heading: Create accountButton label: Create account
      Form heading: Update settingsButton label: Apply settings
    
  
  
    
      Form heading: Create accountButton label: Send
      Form heading: Update settingsButton label: Submit
    
  

Avoid generic wording for both form headings and their button labels.

  
    
      Form heading: Complete formButton label: Done
      Form heading: FormButton label: Go
    
  

## Form subheadings

Use sentence case for all form subheadings. Use periods (full stops) when the subheading is a full sentence.

  
    
      Heading: Report a faultSubheading: Include any error codes shown on the machine display.
      Heading: Upload asset imagesSubheading: JPEG or PNG, max 10 MB each
    
  

Only add subheadings when there is additional information that benefits users.

  
    
      Heading: Security verificationSubheading: We'll send a code to your registered mobile number to confirm it's you.
      Heading: Schedule maintenanceSubheading: Choose a time window when the machine can be safely taken offline for up to 2 hours.
      Heading: Payment detailsSubheading: Enter the card you'd like to use for this order. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Amex.
    
  
  
    
      Heading: Security verificationSubheading: Your security is important to us.
      Heading: Schedule maintenanceSubheading: Regular maintenance keeps your equipment running smoothly.
      Heading: Payment detailsSubheading: Fill out the fields below.
    
  

## Dos and Don'ts

  
    
      Do ensure subheadings provide beneficial information
    
  
  
    
      Don't overload users with extensive or multiple requirements in subheadings
    
  

## Related

- [Button labels](../menu-functions-and-ui-labels/button-labels.md)
- [Vocabulary](../basics/vocabulary.md)