Input Date readOnlyProperty
Example
Set the date field to read-only:
document.getElementById("myDate").readOnly = true;
Output:
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Definition and Usage
The readOnly property is used to return or set whether the date field is read-only.
A read-only field cannot be modified. However, the content of the field can be copied.
This property reflects the HTML readonly attribute.
Tip:To ensure the accuracy of form data, you can use thedisabledproperty instead.
Browser Support
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All major browsers support the readOnly property.
Note:Internet Explorer or Firefox browsers do not support the <input type="date"> element.
Syntax
Return the readOnly property:
inputdateObject.readOnly
Set the readOnly property:
inputdateObject.readOnly=true|false
Property Values
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| true|false | Describes whether the date field is read-only:
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Technical Details
| Return Value: | A Boolean value, returning true if the date field is read-only, otherwise returning false. |
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More Examples
Example
Check whether the date field is read-only:
var x = document.getElementById("myDate").readOnly;
xThe output result is:true
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HTML Reference Manual:HTML <input> readonly Attribute
Input Date Object Other Extensions