choosing-streamlit-selection-widgets

When to use Streamlit segmented_control versus pills depends on your option count. Use segmented_control or pills for 2-5 visible options, reserving dropdowns like selectbox for larger sets to optimize dashboard UX.

The best way to handle single and multiple selections in Streamlit is selecting selectbox for single dropdown choices and multiselect for multiple items, while using segmented_control or pills for few visible options.

Streamlit supports visible option selectors for small data apps through segmented_control and pills, which are designed specifically for UI scenarios displaying 2-5 options without requiring a dropdown menu.

You should not use a Streamlit multiselect widget when you have only 2-5 options or need single selection, as this impacts clarity; instead, use segmented_control, pills, or selectbox to match the option count.