Rich Text
Rich Text edits formatted long-form content. It participates in the state, validation, and submission boundary of its Form.
1. When to use it
Typical uses:
- Announcements, instructions, and knowledge content
- Body text with headings, lists, or links
- HTML content that the backend can sanitize safely
2. Add and configure
- Add Rich Text to the Fields slot of a Form Section.
- Set a stable, unique Field Key / Name that matches the backend DTO property.
- Configure the component properties below, then add Required, Help Text, Full row, or conditions as needed.
- Check the initial value and layout in Design Preview, then use Form Validate / Submit to test the full data path.
3. Main properties
| Property | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Default Text | Sets the initial value, content, or format used by the field. |
| Max Characters | Limits the allowed count, length, or value range. |
| Validator | Defines the data shape used for binding, submission, or responses. |
| Full row | Controls how the field is displayed in Design Preview and Runtime. |
| Required | Enables or disables this behavior. |
Common properties such as Field Key, Required, Help Text, Full row, and Visible When come from the Form field contract. The table highlights the settings most relevant to Rich Text.
4. Form value and backend contract
Submitted value: A string.
"<p>Please review the <strong>policy</strong>.</p>"
The example shows the data shape only. The API must still validate type, range, and authorization against its business DTO.
5. Validation, conditions, and interactions
Every field can use Form properties such as Required, Visible When, Disabled When, Required When, Dependencies, and Clear When Hidden. Conditions improve interaction but never replace backend validation or authorization.
Component capabilities: Supports setValue so buttons, Steps, or other actions can write the field value.
6. Recommendations
Recommendations: Limit content size and apply escaping, sanitization, or schema validation. Never execute user-provided code or HTML directly.
Return to the Form overview for layout, validation, submission, drafts, and backend protocol guidance.