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When sending data, the GET method adds the data to the URL.
When sending data, the GET method adds the data to the URL.
True (A)
GET is more secure than POST, because the data is included as part of the URL.
GET is more secure than POST, because the data is included as part of the URL.
False (B)
Which of the following is NOT a typical use of a form?
Which of the following is NOT a typical use of a form?
- Collecting user feedback
- Displaying information in a formatted way (correct)
- Providing contact information
- Sending data to a web server
The ______ attribute in HTML tells us how the web server will organize and send the data.
The ______ attribute in HTML tells us how the web server will organize and send the data.
Which of the following methods submits data to be processed to a specified resource?
Which of the following methods submits data to be processed to a specified resource?
The ACTION attribute for a form is used to specify the path to a script that will process the data.
The ACTION attribute for a form is used to specify the path to a script that will process the data.
What is the purpose of the size
attribute in an <INPUT type="text">
tag?
What is the purpose of the size
attribute in an <INPUT type="text">
tag?
What is the purpose of the maxlength
attribute in an <INPUT type="text">
tag?
What is the purpose of the maxlength
attribute in an <INPUT type="text">
tag?
Radio buttons are used when you want the user to select one of a limited number of choices.
Radio buttons are used when you want the user to select one of a limited number of choices.
You can select multiple checkboxes at once.
You can select multiple checkboxes at once.
Which input element is best used for a user to select only one item from a dropdown list?
Which input element is best used for a user to select only one item from a dropdown list?
Which tag allows a user to submit data to a web server?
Which tag allows a user to submit data to a web server?
The value
attribute in an <INPUT>
tag is used only for submit buttons.
The value
attribute in an <INPUT>
tag is used only for submit buttons.
The <TEXTAREA>
tag is used to create a multi-line text input field.
The <TEXTAREA>
tag is used to create a multi-line text input field.
What does the ACTION attribute in an HTML form specify?
What does the ACTION attribute in an HTML form specify?
Which of the following describes the POST method in an HTML form?
Which of the following describes the POST method in an HTML form?
What feature does the MULTIPLE attribute provide in a selection input element?
What feature does the MULTIPLE attribute provide in a selection input element?
Which statement accurately describes the visibility of data sent using the GET method?
Which statement accurately describes the visibility of data sent using the GET method?
What type of input element is best for capturing user passwords?
What type of input element is best for capturing user passwords?
What limitation does the GET method impose on data length when submitting a form?
What limitation does the GET method impose on data length when submitting a form?
What is the default size of a text box in an HTML form?
What is the default size of a text box in an HTML form?
Why is the POST method generally considered safer than the GET method for sending data?
Why is the POST method generally considered safer than the GET method for sending data?
What tag is used to create an HTML form?
What tag is used to create an HTML form?
What are the two main HTTP methods used in HTML forms?
What are the two main HTTP methods used in HTML forms?
The METHOD attribute in a form defines how the form data will be submitted.
The METHOD attribute in a form defines how the form data will be submitted.
The ACTION attribute in a form defines how the form data should be submitted.
The ACTION attribute in a form defines how the form data should be submitted.
What is the purpose of the ACTION attribute in a form?
What is the purpose of the ACTION attribute in a form?
Which of the following is true about the GET method?
Which of the following is true about the GET method?
What is the maximum length allowed for a URL using the GET method?
What is the maximum length allowed for a URL using the GET method?
Which HTML input element is best suited for allowing users to type in a limited number of characters?
Which HTML input element is best suited for allowing users to type in a limited number of characters?
Which HTML input element is best suited for allowing users to enter a large amount of text?
Which HTML input element is best suited for allowing users to enter a large amount of text?
What is the difference between a radio button and a checkbox?
What is the difference between a radio button and a checkbox?
What does the 'size' attribute in an input element control?
What does the 'size' attribute in an input element control?
What does the 'maxlength' attribute in an input element control?
What does the 'maxlength' attribute in an input element control?
The
The
Which HTML attribute specifies the number of options that are visible at once in a
Which HTML attribute specifies the number of options that are visible at once in a
The <textarea> HTML tag is used for creating text input boxes.
The <textarea> HTML tag is used for creating text input boxes.
Which of the following attributes is used to specify the number of rows in a <textarea> element?
Which of the following attributes is used to specify the number of rows in a <textarea> element?
What is the purpose of the <input type="hidden"> element in HTML forms?
What is the purpose of the <input type="hidden"> element in HTML forms?
The <input type="reset" > element clears all form fields when clicked.
The <input type="reset" > element clears all form fields when clicked.
Flashcards
HTML Form
HTML Form
A web page element used to collect information from users.
HTTP Method
HTTP Method
Specifies how the web server handles the form data.
METHOD="post"
METHOD="post"
Sends data to a specified resource (script) for processing.
METHOD="get"
METHOD="get"
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ACTION attribute
ACTION attribute
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GET method limitations
GET method limitations
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POST method advantages
POST method advantages
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Security of GET vs. POST
Security of GET vs. POST
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Text Box
Text Box
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Password Box
Password Box
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Radio Buttons
Radio Buttons
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Checkboxes
Checkboxes
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SELECT element
SELECT element
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Multiple selections
Multiple selections
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Text Area
Text Area
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Hidden Input
Hidden Input
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SUBMIT button
SUBMIT button
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RESET button
RESET button
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What is a FORM element used for?
What is a FORM element used for?
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What are the two main HTTP methods used with forms?
What are the two main HTTP methods used with forms?
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What does the ACTION attribute do in a FORM element?
What does the ACTION attribute do in a FORM element?
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What are the main advantages of using the POST method?
What are the main advantages of using the POST method?
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What's a TEXT BOX used for?
What's a TEXT BOX used for?
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What is a SELECT element?
What is a SELECT element?
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How do you enable multiple selections in a SELECT element?
How do you enable multiple selections in a SELECT element?
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What is the purpose of the SIZE attribute in a SELECT element?
What is the purpose of the SIZE attribute in a SELECT element?
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What is a FORM element?
What is a FORM element?
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What are the two main HTTP methods?
What are the two main HTTP methods?
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What does the ACTION attribute do?
What does the ACTION attribute do?
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What are the main advantages of the POST method?
What are the main advantages of the POST method?
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How do you enable multiple selections in a SELECT?
How do you enable multiple selections in a SELECT?
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What is the purpose of the SIZE attribute?
What is the purpose of the SIZE attribute?
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Study Notes
Introduction to HTML and Forms (Part 2)
- HTML is used to structure web content.
- Forms collect user information.
- Form objectives: Students will be able to create HTML document forms.
HTML Forms
- Collect information from users viewing a site.
- The
FORM
element organizes and sends the information to the server. - The
METHOD
attribute tells the server how to process the data.POST
submits data for processing to a specified resource.GET
requests data from a resource, data is visible in the URL.
- The
ACTION
attribute specifies the path to a script (CGI / ASP/PHP/PY) that processes the data. GET
method limitations:- Data length limited to 2048 characters.
- Only ASCII characters are allowed.
- Less secure as the data is visible in the URL.
POST
method advantages:- No restrictions on data length or type (binary data is allowed).
- More secure data as the data is not displayed in the URL; stored in the browser history or server logs.
Input Elements
-
Text Box:
- Allows typing text (letters, numbers).
- Default size is 20 characters.
- Markup:
<INPUT type="text" name="myname" size=30 maxlength=40>
-
Password Box:
- User input is displayed as bullets or asterisks.
- Markup:
<INPUT type="password" name="pwd" size=15 maxlength=15>
-
Radio Buttons:
- Allows selecting one option from a limited number of choices.
- Markup example:
<INPUT type="radio" name="os" value="mac"> MacOS <br>
<INPUT type="radio" name="os" value="and"> Android <br>
-
Check Boxes:
- Allows selecting multiple options.
- Markup example:
<INPUT type="checkbox" name="used" value="mac"> MacOS <br>
<INPUT type="checkbox" name="used" value="and"> Android <br>
-
Select (Pop-up List):
- Creates a dropdown list for selecting one option.
- Advantage: Conserves screen space for listing choices.
- Markup example:
<SELECT name="access"><OPTION>U Mobile</OPTION></SELECT>
-
Multiple Selections (Pop-up List):
- Allows selecting multiple options from a list
- Add the
MULTIPLE
attribute to the<SELECT>
element
-
Text Area:
- Allows users to type a large amount of text.
- Markup:
<TEXTAREA name="comments" rows=5 cols=65></TEXTAREA>
-
Hidden INPUT:
- Hidden from users, used for special programming purposes.
- Example:
<INPUT type="hidden" name=..." value=...>
-
SUBMIT & RESET:
- Submit button:Sends data to the server
- Reset button: Clears all form entries.
- Markup example:
<INPUT type="submit" value="Go!">
<INPUT type="reset" value="Clear">
Resources
developer.mozilla.org
w3schools.com
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This quiz focuses on HTML forms and their usage in web content. Students will learn how to create and manage forms, including the differences between GET and POST methods. Understanding the attributes and functionalities of forms is essential for effective web development.