Select Input

The Select Input component is an interactive UI element that allows users to pick an option from a predefined list using a dropdown-style interface. Users can select only one option from the list.

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The Select Input component contains an embedded Select and a Label element. This is of great importance as configuring the Select Input component may require adjusting properties within the embedded elements. This applies to the visual style, triggers, and actions as they may differ.

The Select Input component is notable for its options that are easily configured directly within the properties panel. Unlike the Select Box component, it doesn't rely on a Qodly Source for options. Furthermore, while the Select Input component doesn't support embedding components within the list for customized displays alongside other elements, it efficiently serves its purpose.

Use Cases

The Select Input component serve various purposes in user interfaces, including:

• Country and Region Selection: Allowing users to pick their country, state, or region from a predefined list when collecting location-based information.

• Categorization: Enabling users to categorize items or content by selecting a category from the list.

• Filtering and Sorting: Facilitating data table or list filtering and sorting based on specific attributes or criteria.

Properties Customization

Select Input Component

Enhance the Select Input component to align with your application's requirements using the following customization options:

• Label Position: Developers can tailor the label's position, placing it above, below, to the left, to the right, or even hidden.

Embedded Label

Within the Select Input component, an embedded Label allows for further customization of the following properties:

• Label: Personalize the label to offer clear instructions or guidance.

Embedded Input

Within the Select Input component, an embedded Select allows for further customization of the following properties:

• Options:

  • Adding Options: Incorporate new options by utilizing the + button within the Select Input component. Each option can be customized with a label and a corresponding value, enhancing the clarity of user selections.

    • Label: A descriptive text label for each option.
    
    
    • Value: A distinct value to each option, enabling effective data handling based on the selections made by users.

    

  • Option Duplication: Duplicate existing options to replicate configurations quickly by clicking on the icon.

  • Option Removal: Delete options that no longer serve a purpose by clicking on the icon.

  • Moving Option: Arrange options to your preferred position by clicking on the icon

Data Integration

The Select Input component captures and reflects the user's choice within this set.

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The Select Input component provides selections from a predefined set of options within the properties panel, without relying on qodlysources.

Data Binding

To associate data with the Select Input component, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Properties Panel: Access the Data Access category located within the Properties panel for the Select Input component.

2. Define the Qodly Source: Specify the relevant qodlysource that will capture the user's selected input.

Server-Side Interaction

Retrieving user choices is straightforward. By binding a Qodly Source to the Select Input component, you can access and utilize the selected content.

For example, when users make a single choice from a set of options, binding a qodlysource captures the selected option.

Consequently, you can utilize this option value in various ways, such as within a standard action to initiate a search with matching attribute values.

Additionally:

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The Select Input component's qodlysource can also be linked to the value of an attribute in the currently selected entity of another qodlysource. This enables the component to automatically display the saved value of the selected option whenever a new entity is chosen.

Customizing Select Input Styles

The Select Input component offers additional customization options through CSS, providing control over the appearance of select input elements.

Understanding Embedded HTML Tags in Select Input

The Select Input component supports various CSS classes that enable the customization of its appearance. Below is a detailed list of the supported CSS classes and the elements they apply to.

Tag Name	Applies To	Description
select	The embedded select tag	Applies styles to the select element embedded within the Select Input.
option	The list of available embedded options	Styles all the available options within the select input.

Custom styling examples

The following examples demonstrate how to customize the appearance of the Select Input component.

Example 1: Italicized embedded select element

This example styles the embedded select element by applying a white background, rounded borders, italicized font, and the Helvetica font family.

self {
border-radius: 10px;
padding: 15px;
color:darkblue;
font-weight: 700;
}
self select {
border-radius: 10px;
padding: 10px;
background-color: white;
font-style: italic;
font-weight: 400;
font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;
}
			

Example 2: Light green list of embedded options

This example styles the embedded options, using a light green background, and a text in bold colored in darkblue.

self option {
background-color:white;
color:rgb(3, 3, 68);
}

Example 3: Green checked embedded option

This example styles the selected embedded option, applying a cursive font and a light green background.

self option:checked {
font-weight: 700;
font-family: cursive;
background-color: rgb(204, 223, 198);
color:white;
}

Showcase

Here's a glimpse of how the Select Input component will look and behave in action:

Triggers and Events

Select Input Component

The Select Input component can respond to various events, enabling dynamic user experiences. Events that can trigger actions within the component include:

Event	Description
On Click	Calls for an action when the user clicks on the component.
On MouseEnter	Calls for an action when the user's mouse cursor enters the area of the component.
On MouseLeave	Calls for an action when the user's mouse cursor exits the area of the component.

Embedded Select

The embedded Select can also respond to various events, allowing for dynamic user experiences. Events that can trigger actions within the embedded icon include:

Event	Description
On Change	Calls for an action when the value of the Input changes. This typically occurs when the user enters or modifies text in the Input field.
On Click	Calls for an action when the user clicks on the Input.

Embedded Label

The embedded Label can also respond to various events, allowing for dynamic user experiences. Events that can trigger actions within the embedded icon include:

Event	Description
On Click	Calls for an action when the user clicks on the Label.
On Keyup	Calls for an action when a keyboard key is released while the Label is in focus
On KeyDown	Calls for an action when a keyboard key is pressed down while the Label is in focus.
On MouseEnter	Calls for an action when the user's mouse cursor enters the area of the Label.
On MouseLeave	Calls for an action when the user's mouse cursor exits the area of the Label.