In Web & Mobile Design
What is Input Masking?
Input masking formats user input as it is typed to match an expected pattern, reducing errors.
When to use Input Masking?
- Phone numbers, credit cards, dates, and IDs
When not to use Input Masking?
- Free‑form inputs where constraints hinder entry
What is the anatomy of Input Masking?
- Placeholder tokens and separators
- Validation integration and accessibility
- Paste behavior and internationalization