# Checkbox Style Options Preview

Visual comparison of different checkbox styling options for AutoFingers checkboxes

## Current Style (Blue when checked)

Unchecked
Checked
Current behavior: Blue square when checked, white when unchecked. ❌ Not intuitive - no clear visual indicator of "checked" state

## Option 1: Checkmark-style ⭐ RECOMMENDED

Unchecked
Checked
Visual cue: Green box with white checkmark (✓) when checked
Pros: ✅ Universal symbol for "checked" • ✅ Green = active/on • ✅ Very clear and intuitive
Best for: Standard checkboxes with clear on/off states

## Option 2: Toggle Switch Style

Unchecked (OFF)
Checked (ON)
Visual cue: Circular "thumb" slides left (OFF) or right (ON)
Pros: ✅ Modern iOS/Android style • ✅ Position clearly indicates state • ✅ Smooth animation
Cons: ⚠️ Takes more horizontal space • ⚠️ Different from standard checkboxes

## Option 3: Modern Checkmark with Subtle Fill

Unchecked
Checked
Visual cue: Green fill + white checkmark when checked, subtle gray fill when unchecked
Pros: ✅ Less stark than completely empty • ✅ Still has clear checkmark • ✅ Modern look
Cons: ⚠️ Unchecked state might be less visible

## Option 4: Color-coded with Text (ON/OFF)

Unchecked
Checked
Visual cue: Text "ON" or "OFF" inside colored button
Pros: ✅ Explicit text label • ✅ Very clear state indication
Cons: ⚠️ Takes more space • ⚠️ Less compact than checkboxes

## Option 5: Windows 11 Style

Unchecked
Checked
Visual cue: Rounded square, blue fill with white checkmark when checked
Pros: ✅ Familiar Windows 11 look • ✅ Rounded corners modern • ✅ Clear checkmark
Cons: ⚠️ Uses blue instead of green (less "active" feeling)

### 💡 Recommendation

Option 1 (Checkmark-style) is recommended because:

- ✅ Universal ✓ symbol is instantly recognizable
- ✅ Green color clearly signals "active/enabled"
- ✅ Maintains standard checkbox shape (familiar UX)
- ✅ Works well in all contexts (settings, forms, etc.)
- ✅ Accessible and screen-reader friendly