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Use a linear logical layout. Single column layouts are preferred for usability and Accessibility.
[[File:a11y-columns.png|thumb|none|alt=Screenshot of single column vs multiple column|600px|Single column layout preferred]]
Some studies suggest single column forms can be filled in faster and people feel more comfortable filling them in.
[[File:A11y-single-column-performance.jpg|thumb|none|alt=Screenshot of chart|600px|Single column performance and user confidence.]]
By contrast multiple column forms can lead to:
* Create problems for assistive technology such as screen magnifiers
[[File:A11y-reading-order.png|thumb|none|alt=Screenshot of reading order options|600px|Multiple column forms can cause problems with reading order.]]
Visit [https://baymard.com/blog/avoid-multi-column-forms baymard.com (Avoid Multi-Column Layouts)] for more details on the design issues surrounding multiple column layouts and why they are best avoided.
