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I've seen the information that indicates top aligned labels are more efficient for input formsthat (http://www.uxmatters.com/mt/archives/2006/07/label-placement-in-forms.phptop aligned labels are more efficient for input forms).

Does the same concept apply to labels on reports?
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Is top aligned better, or is it better to use right-justified labels placed to the left of the report field?

After all, input forms may be filled out from top to bottom, regardless of vertical real estate. However, when designing for a sheet of paper, I believe using the page space while maintaining alignment is more important.

I've seen the information that indicates top aligned labels are more efficient for input forms (http://www.uxmatters.com/mt/archives/2006/07/label-placement-in-forms.php).

Does the same concept apply to labels on reports?
Is top aligned better, or is it better to use right-justified labels placed to the left of the report field?

After all, input forms may be filled out from top to bottom, regardless of vertical real estate. However, when designing for a sheet of paper, I believe using the page space while maintaining alignment is more important.

I've seen information that indicates that top aligned labels are more efficient for input forms.

Does the same concept apply to labels on reports?

Is top aligned better, or is it better to use right-justified labels placed to the left of the report field?

After all, input forms may be filled out from top to bottom, regardless of vertical real estate. However, when designing for a sheet of paper, I believe using the page space while maintaining alignment is more important.

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Label alignment for report fields

I've seen the information that indicates top aligned labels are more efficient for input forms (http://www.uxmatters.com/mt/archives/2006/07/label-placement-in-forms.php).

Does the same concept apply to labels on reports?
Is top aligned better, or is it better to use right-justified labels placed to the left of the report field?

After all, input forms may be filled out from top to bottom, regardless of vertical real estate. However, when designing for a sheet of paper, I believe using the page space while maintaining alignment is more important.