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Get value of password field

Function: Get value of password field​

This action allows you to securely retrieve the value that a user has entered into a "Password Input Field" on your application's form. Once retrieved, this sensitive information can be stored in a variable for further processing, such as verifying user credentials or updating account details.

Input​

  • UI element: The specific "Password Input Field" from your application's form that you want to get the value from. It's crucial that you select a UI element specifically designed as a 'Password Input Field'.

Output​

  • Answer: The secure password value that the user entered into the selected password field. This value will be stored in a variable. By default, this variable will be named PASSWORD_FIELD_ANSWER, but you can choose a different name if needed.

Execution Flow​

Real-Life Examples​

Here are some practical ways you can use the "Get value of password field" action in your applications:

Example 1: User Login Verification​

Imagine you have a login form where users enter their username and password.

  • Inputs:
    • UI element: Select the "Password" field from your login form.
  • Result: The password entered by the user is securely captured and stored in a variable (e.g., userLoginPassword). You can then use this variable to compare it against the stored password in your database to authenticate the user.

Example 2: Confirming a New Password​

When a user is changing their password, you often ask them to enter the new password twice to ensure accuracy.

  • Inputs:
    • UI element: Select the "Confirm New Password" field.
  • Result: The value from the "Confirm New Password" field is saved into a variable (e.g., confirmedNewPassword). You can then compare this variable with the value from the "New Password" field to ensure they match before updating the user's account.

Example 3: Secure Data Entry for Sensitive Information​

If your application requires users to enter a secure passphrase or key for encryption purposes.

  • Inputs:
    • UI element: Select the "Encryption Passphrase" field.
  • Result: The passphrase entered by the user is captured and stored in a variable (e.g., encryptionKey). This variable can then be used in subsequent actions to encrypt or decrypt sensitive data within your application.