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HTML <textarea> tag

The <textarea> tag is used to define a multi-line text input control for users. By default, the texts within this element is rendered in monospace (usually Courier) or fixed-width font. It is possible to have unlimited number of characters within this element.

Type: Block Element

Syntax of <textarea> tag

<textarea>
 -- Content --
</textarea>

Supported Browsers

Tag Chrome Internet Explorer Firefox Safari Opera Mini
<textarea> Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Full code example

<!DOCTYPE
<html>
<head>
</head>
<body>
 
<textarea rows="5" cols="30">
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</textarea>

</body>
</html>
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Output on the browser

rows→ Number of visible lines.
cols→ Width of the tetxarea.

Attributes of <textarea> tag

Attribute Value Notes
autofocus autofocus It specifies that a form control should automatically get focused when the page loads until the user overrides it.
cols number It specifies the visible width of the textarea control.
disabled disabled If this attribute is specified, the textarea is disabled i.e., users cannot interact with the textarea.
form form_id It specifies one or more forms that the textarea belongs to.
maxlength number It defines the maximum number of characters that can be written inside the textarea.
minlength number It defines the minimum number of characters that should be written inside the textarea.
name text It defines the name of the textarea element.
placeholder text It gives a short hint to the user about what can be entered inside the textarea element.
readonly readonly It disallows the users to change the texts or any characters contained inside the textarea element.
required required It specifies that the textarea should be filled-up in order to submit the relative form.
rows number It specifies the visible number of lines of the textarea.
spellcheck true
false		 It is used to find error like mistake in grammar or spelling.
wrap hard
soft		 It is used to find error like mistake in grammar or spelling.
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