Did you know there are over a dozen different types for the HTML `<input>` element? This sandbox utility displays them all on one page. It's a quick reference for developers to see how different input types, like `date`, `color`, or `range`, are rendered natively by the browser they are currently using. It's a great way to explore the built-in UI components that HTML provides for forms, which can improve user experience without requiring complex JavaScript libraries.
📝HTML Input Type Sandbox
This tool shows how your current browser renders different HTML <input> types.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the inputs look different in different browsers?
The appearance of many input types, especially newer ones like `date` and `color`, is controlled by the browser and operating system. There is no single standard for how they must look, so Chrome, Firefox, and Safari will all render them differently.
Can I style these inputs?
You can apply some CSS styles to most inputs (like borders, padding, and colors), but some parts of certain inputs (like the calendar icon on a `date` input) are part of the browser's 'shadow DOM' and are difficult or impossible to style directly.
