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Input for short, single-line responses.
Text area
<gcds-textarea>
Also called: text box.
A text area is a space to enter long-form information in response to a question or instruction.
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Take a look at what text areas do to see if they fit the problem you're solving for.
Problems text areas solve
Use a text area to collect multi-line information when you're expecting a person will write:
- An individual or unique response.
- To provide space for a long, freeform response.
Note: Only collect information you're authorized to handle and be sure to safeguard it to Government of Canada standards.
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