choosing-streamlit-selection-widgets
Installation
SKILL.md
Streamlit selection widgets
The right selection widget for the job. Streamlit has evolved—many old patterns are now anti-patterns.
When to use what
Use st.segmented_control or st.pills when you want all options visible at once. Use st.selectbox or st.multiselect when options should be hidden in a dropdown.
| Widget | Best For |
|---|---|
st.segmented_control |
2-5 options, single select, all visible |
st.pills |
2-5 options, multi-select, all visible |
st.selectbox |
Many options, single select, dropdown |
st.multiselect |
Many options, multi-select, dropdown |