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		sumuyuda on Jan 28, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: In loving memory of square checkbox I think the difference with the square checkbox is that it is for desktop UIs and clicking with a mouse. The circle checkbox is for mobile UIs where you are tapping with your finger.

mseepgood on Jan 28, 2024 | [–]

You can't tap a square with your finger?

steezeburger on Jan 28, 2024 | | [–]

You might cut your finger on the sharp corners

emayljames on Jan 28, 2024 | [–]

It removes the ability to instantly know whether you have a multiselect situation or a select-one situation.

hulitu on Jan 28, 2024 | [–]

It doesn't matter. The user is an idiot. Just make sure that he enters its credit card details correctly. /s

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