HTML <select> nameAttribute
Examples
A drop-down list with a name attribute:
<select name="cars">
<option value="volvo">Volvo</option>
<option value="saab">Saab</option>
<option value="opel">Opel</option>
<option value="audi">Audi</option>
</select>
<option value="volvo">Volvo</option>
<option value="saab">Saab</option>
<option value="opel">Opel</option>
<option value="audi">Audi</option>
</select>
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Browser Support
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All major browsers support the name attribute.
Definition and Usage
The name attribute specifies the name of a drop-down list.
The name attribute is used to reference elements in JavaScript, or to reference form data after a form is submitted.
Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5
None.
Syntax
<select name="text">
Attribute Values
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| text | The name of the drop-down list. |
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