Input Search maxLength
Attribute
Example
Get the maximum number of characters allowed in the search field:
var x = document.getElementById("mySearch").maxLength;
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Definition and Usage
The maxLength
attribute is used to set or return the value of the maxlength
attribute of the search field.
The maxLength
attribute specifies the maximum number of characters allowed in the search field.
The default value is 524288.
Tip: If you need to set or return the length (number of characters) of the search field, use the size attribute.
Browser Support
All major browsers support the maxLength
attribute.
Syntax
Return the maxLength
attribute:
Set the maxLength
attribute:
Attribute Values
Value | Description |
---|---|
number | Specifies the maximum number of characters allowed in the search field, default is 524288 |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | A number, representing the maximum number of characters allowed in the search field. | | --- | --- |
More Examples
Example
Change the maximum number of characters allowed in the search field:
document.getElementById("mySearch").maxLength = "8";
Related Pages
HTML Reference: HTML <input> maxlength Attribute