HTML <textarea> Tag Tutorial

The <textarea> tag in HTML is used to create a multi-line text input field where users can enter text. It is commonly used in forms to get longer text inputs such as comments, messages, or descriptions.

Usage of <textarea> Tag

To use the <textarea> tag, you simply need to include it in your HTML code and specify the number of rows and columns for the text area. Here is an example of how to create a simple <textarea> tag:

<textarea rows="4" cols="50">
Enter your text here...
</textarea>

In this example, the <textarea> tag has 4 rows and 50 columns. Users can enter text within the text area, and the text will automatically wrap based on the size of the text area.

Main Attributes of <textarea> Tag

Below is a table that lists the main attributes of the <textarea> tag and their use:

Attribute	Description
rows	Specifies the number of visible text lines in the text area.
cols	Specifies the number of visible text columns in the text area.
name	Specifies the name of the text area, which is used when submitting a form.
disabled	Specifies that the text area should be disabled and cannot be edited by the user.
readonly	Specifies that the text area is read-only and the user cannot edit the text.