Use toggle switches for immediate changes
Toggle switches work well in Settings pages for immediate changes, while checkboxes are better for changes that need confirmation. Don't mix these on the same page - if some settings require a Submit button, use checkboxes for all options.
Make toggle states clear by:
- Using both visual changes and labels
- Showing clear on/off states
- Avoiding ambiguous descriptions
Write clear toggle labels that describe the feature's action rather than its state. For example, use "Shake to Send Feedback" instead of "Shake to Send Feedback Off" - the toggle's visual state will indicate whether it's enabled or disabled.