Excel may have some upper limit for data stored in a cell. There are network and data integration considerations with an unlimited input field. So I feel its a best practice to limit input fields as a general rule. There is a security consideration that unlimited text areas may invite malicious users to attempt to overrun the input field in an attempt to bloat or break something. This UI device was necessary at FormsCentral due to the max limit, but it also serves to help contrain user input to help them consolidate their narrative. When the user checks a check-box labeled "Additional Input" at the bottom of the first text area, the second text area is revealed to allow an additional 10,000 characters. My form has a second overflow textarea positioned below the first textarea. I've created a form that allows users to compose their narrative in a textarea and it limits input to 10,000 characters. There are practical considerations as well as security and usability issues that make setting a maximum limit a good idea. ![]() My question is really about how much data can be stored in the database. I like the way it displays a counter at the bottom of the text area that dynamically counts down as user input is typed. ![]() ![]() It offers the option to define limts for maximun Words or Characters. I did already discover your very cool Max Size control.
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