Content Comparison

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• Use <mat-hint> container if the input is required and needs a ‘required message' e.g. This field is required

• If an input IS required, add class=”required” to the label, which will add a red asterix after the label to indicate the field must be completed
  

<mat-form-field>
  <label class="required">Label Name</label>
  <input matInput type="text">
  <mat-hint>
    Error message here
  </mat-hint>
</mat-form-field>

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