# REQUIRED

### Property description

The required attribute prevents submitting components until validation matches a specific condition. It also highlights the current element as mandatory.

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### State

Set up the required attribute for a current component.

### Value type

true, false

### Availability

[File Upload](https://docs.adapptio.com/reference-guide/components-list/file-upload)