Usage Guidelines
The Telerik and Kendo UI Hint requires you to follow some basic principles when using the component.
Clear Hints
Clear hints offer additional details or instructions related to the correct use of form fields, helping users understand the expected input or providing tips for completing the form accurately. By using clear hints, users are empowered with relevant information that enhances their understanding and improves the overall user experience of the form
![A representation of a Telerik and Kendo UI Hint including clear text A Telerik and Kendo UI Hint with clear text](/design-system/docs/static/0a7e120a73c8b4db080599cef393a3bb/2e7af/components-hint-usage-clear-do.png)
![A representation of a Telerik and Kendo UI Hint including a confusing and ambiguous text A Telerik and Kendo UI Hint with confusing and ambiguous text](/design-system/docs/static/30d5546cea28519f0df70c5d8330a732/2e7af/components-hint-usage-clear-dont.png)
Concise Hints
Concise hints offer brief, yet clear, instructions or tips that assist users in understanding how to complete the form correctly. By using concise hints, unnecessary clutter and excessive wording are avoided, allowing users to quickly grasp the necessary information and take appropriate actions.
![A representation of a Telerik and Kendo UI Hint including concise text A Telerik and Kendo UI hint with concise text](/design-system/docs/static/f26d42b716956014cc50b2d1625a140f/2e7af/components-hint-usage-concise-do.png)
![A representation of a Telerik and Kendo UI Hint including a lengthy text A Telerik and Kendo UI Hint with a lengthy text](/design-system/docs/static/ced8b49d19e9de3de1d67f56d0b45090/2e7af/components-hint-usage-concise-dont.png)