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Text Field

The Text Field widget represents a Dataverse Plain Text column.

General

PropertyDescription
Maximum LengthThe maximum number of characters allowed for the text input.  This is set by default to the value as found on the column in Dataverse.
Field TypeSetting a field type determines the type of data that can be entered and validated in the input.   Email Validates that the text has a valid email syntax. URL Validates that the text begins with https:// or http://    
DescriptionThe description appears below the field on the form.

Formatting

PropertyDescription
Format Default

Postal Code

Phone Number
Custom FormatSets a custom pattern mask:  
0 – any digit.
a – any letter.
* – any char.
[ ] – make input optional.
{ } – include a fixed part in an unmasked value.
` – prevent symbols from shifting back.
Other characters will be fixed.  

For regular expression start and end with ‘/’.  

Note: When multiple pattern masks are created, the system applies them from top to bottom.  

Note:  Pattern masks take precedence of the Format option.  

Protection

PropertyDescription
SensitiveWhen checked, the value displayed in the field will be hidden. By clicking the edit icon, the user can change the value.     {add more details about the usage here}

Examples

Text field with description.

Text field with “Sensitive” property enabled.