Error summary.
A collected explanation of problems that need correction.
See it in context
What it is
An error summary brings multiple errors together near the start of a form or task. Each listed problem should link to the relevant field so users can recover without searching the page.
When to use it
Use after an attempt to submit several invalid fields.
Know the difference
An error summary groups issues; an inline validation message explains one field’s issue in place.
Across platforms
iOS · iPadOS · macOS · visionOS
Use the native platform presentation and terminology; adapt density and interaction to touch, pointer, remote, or spatial input rather than copying a phone-sized view.
Web · Android · Windows · Linux
On the web, announce meaningful status changes without moving focus. On Android and desktop, keep messages near the relevant operation and follow the platform’s notification conventions.
Go to the source
Primary documentation for the pattern and its platform conventions.