HTML Input Type "Color"

HTML input type "color" is a form input element that allows users to select a color value. It displays a color picker where users can choose a color, either by selecting a value from the color swatches or by specifying a custom value.

Syntax

<input type="color" name="colorpicker">

The "name" attribute specifies the name of the input element, which is used for form submission. The "type" attribute is set to "color" to indicate that this is a color picker input element.

Example

<form>
  <label for="colorpicker">Select a color:</label>
  <input type="color" id="colorpicker" name="colorpicker">
  <input type="submit" value="Submit">
</form>

This example code creates a simple form with a "Select a color" label and a "Submit" button. The input element with type "color" creates a color picker, which the user can interact with to select a color. When the form is submitted, the selected color value is sent to the server with the name "colorpicker".

Browser Support

HTML input type "color" is supported by all modern web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. However, it may not be supported by some legacy browsers such as Internet Explorer.

Conclusion

HTML input type "color" is a useful form input element that allows users to select a color value. It's simple to use, with a clear and intuitive interface. Its wide browser support makes it a good choice for any web developer looking to add color selection to their website or web application.