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Michael Andreuzza
Michael Andreuzza

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How to use the HTML datalist tag

Hi Everyone! It's Sunday—time flies, right? Monday is just around the corner. But let's dive into the topic of today: the HTML <datalist> tag.

What Is the <datalist> Tag?

The <datalist> tag in HTML allows you to create a predefined list of options that can be used with an <input> element to offer suggestions or autocomplete features. This element enhances the user experience by providing a set of predefined choices that users can either select from or enter manually. The <datalist> can be used with various types of input fields, including text fields.

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