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Radio Group
<gcds-radio-group>

This component is deprecated as of v0.35.0. Please see Release v0.35.0 for details.

Also called: radio button, radio.

The radio group is a set of options for a single selection.


Take a look at what problems radio groups solve to see if they fit the problem you're solving for.

Problems radio groups solves

Use radio groups with a fieldset. Use a radio group to request a single-option response within a short set and to:

  • Limit the number of possible answers to your question.
  • Specify the possible answers to your question.
  • Give a person the ability to answer without writing by selecting one item from a list.

Checkboxes when you are expecting the user to select multiple options from a list of items.

Select when you can give someone a medium to large set of options for a known single selection.

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2025-06-04