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How to Enforce Selection in HTML `` Fields with the `required` Attribute?

Nov 03, 2024 am 06:18 AM

How to Enforce Selection in HTML `` Fields with the `required` Attribute?

HTML fields in HTML, it's possible to enforce selection using this attribute with some specific HTML structure.

The requirement involves having the first value in the fields with empty first values will be treated as optional. However, by setting required on the field, it becomes mandatory to make a selection.

Here's an example of how to use it:

<code class="html"><select name="somename" required>
    <option value="">Please select</option>
    <option value="one">One</option>
</select></code>
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According to the HTML5 specification, this structure satisfies the criteria for mandatory selection:

  • required attribute is specified.
  • The element (not part of an optgroup).

By adhering to these conditions, the required attribute becomes functional for