# Toggle — Design system

A toggle is a switch-like control that allows users to quickly alternate between two opposing states (on/off) with a single click or tap.

Source: https://www.checklist.design/design-system/toggle

## Items

### Context
Explaining what the toggle will do

_Tip: A toggle should always be turning a function on or off, not between two opposing versions of a function e.g. hot or cold Consider toggles for straightforward decisions that have low risk implications_

### Transition
A clear visual change of the toggle switching between different states

### State
How the button changes based on the interaction, examples below

_Tip: Contrast active and inactive with brand colour for active and keeping the inactive muted_

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