Claude,
Not to jump in front of Jeff, but you might check out the javascript
called, "Limit Textarea" at http://javascript.internet.com/forms/
According to the description, "This script controls a maximum textarea
input amount and updates a small counter with how many characters are
left with each keystroke. Dynamic fix now allows you to use this script
in multiple textboxes on a page."
HTH,
--John
Jeff Beer wrote:
>
> I have a great javascript function that handles this on the client side (not
> my own code). It has an optional counter that displays the number of
> characters remaining (counts down as the user enters text). Once your limit
> is reached, the user is unable to enter more text.
>
> I don't have it here at home. If anyone wants it, send me some mail
> off-list ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) and I'll send it tomorrow.
>
> Regards,
>
> Jeff
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: AustralianAccommodation.com Pty. Ltd.
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
> Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2000 11:56 PM
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Testing number of characters in CFform textarea
>
> I am wanting to limit the number of characters being entered into a multi
> lined text area cfform
>
> does cf allow for in the design of the form to limit the input of characters
> to a pre determined number preventing the data input of any further
> characters (keeping in mind this is a multi lined form so the user is able
> to easily read their input)
>
> or does the form need to be submitted by the user and at the time of
> submission cf test to the number of characters prior to updating the
> datafield in the database
>
> or do I have to set the max characters in the memo field of the database to
> the max number of characters accepted and when those characters are exceeded
> the database prevents the update and an appropriate error message is
> displayed
>
> I look forward to your comments / suggestions in this regard and thank you
> in advance
>
> Kind Regards
>
> Claude Raiola (Director)
> AustralianAccommodation.com Pty. Ltd.
> Website: www.AustralianAccommodation.com
> Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
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