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title: Usage
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seo_title: Guidelines for Using the ExternalDropZone Component
seo_description: Get the knack of the Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone component and learn how to use the hint and note texts by following the instructions and recommendations in the user guidelines created by our designers.
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## Usage Guidelines

The Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone requires you to follow some basic principles when using the component.

### Hint and Note Texts

Clear hint and note texts within the ExternalDropZone component significantly contribute to a streamlined user experience, offering guidance and ensuring smooth file management. Their thoughtful use minimizes potential confusion and reinforces efficient interaction with the component.

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<Do description="Use descriptive and clear hint and note texts in the ExternalDropZone component to inform users about the drag-and-drop functionality, accepted file types, or any specific instructions.">![A Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone with informative label and note texts](images/components-externaldropzone-usage-hint-and-note-text-do.png "Add informative label and note texts when working with the Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone component.")</Do>
<Dont description="Avoid omitting or using vague hint and note texts in the ExternalDropZone as this can lead to confusion and frustration.">![A Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone without label and note texts](images/components-externaldropzone-usage-hint-and-note-text-dont.png "Don't omit to add informative label and note texts when working with the Telerik and Kendo UI ExternalDropZone component.")</Dont>
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