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Enable text field

Function: Enable text field​

This action allows you to make a specific text input field on your application's screen editable. When a text input field is enabled, users can type or modify text within it. This is useful for creating dynamic forms or interfaces where certain fields should only be accessible under specific conditions.

Input,

  • UI element Specify the Text Input Field on your screen that you want to make editable. This could be a field where users enter their name, an address, comments, or any other text-based information.

Execution Flow,

Real-Life Examples,

Here are a few scenarios where you might use the "Enable text field" action:

  1. Conditional Feedback Form:

    • Scenario: You have a customer feedback form. By default, a "Comments" text field is disabled. If the user selects "Other" from a dropdown menu for their feedback category, you want to enable the "Comments" field so they can provide details.
    • Inputs:
      • UI element: "Comments" (a Text Input Field)
    • Result: The "Comments" text input field becomes active and editable, allowing the user to type in their specific feedback.

  2. Admin Profile Editing:

    • Scenario: In an admin panel, user profile details are displayed. To prevent accidental changes, all text fields (like "User Bio" or "Contact Email") are initially disabled. When an administrator clicks an "Edit Profile" button, you want to enable these fields.
    • Inputs:
      • UI element: "User Bio" (a Text Input Field)
    • Result: The "User Bio" text input field is now enabled, and the administrator can update the user's biographical information.

  3. Dynamic Order Form:

    • Scenario: On an online order form, customers can choose between standard delivery or express delivery. If they select "Express Delivery," a "Special Instructions" text field (for delivery notes) should become enabled.
    • Inputs:
      • UI element: "Special Instructions" (a Text Input Field)
    • Result: The "Special Instructions" text input field is now active, allowing the customer to enter specific delivery details for their express order.