📝HTML Input Type Sandbox
This tool shows how your current browser renders different HTML <input> types.
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.
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.
