rows

The rows attribute in HTML sets the number of visible text lines in a <textarea>, determining its height for user input.

rows attribute

The rows attribute in HTML is used with the <textarea> element to define its visible height by specifying the number of visible text lines. This numerical value allows developers to adjust the text area's vertical size, catering to various uses, from short comment boxes to larger editing spaces.

Syntax

index.html

<textarea rows="number">

Example

index.html

<textarea rows="10" cols="50">This is a text area with 10 rows and 50 columns.</textarea>

Definition and Usage

The rows attribute defines the visible height of a textarea, measured in lines.

The size of a textarea can also be controlled using the CSS height and width properties.

Values

number
- A value that defines the number of visible lines in a <textarea>.

Applies To

The rows attribute is applicable to the following HTML element:

<textarea>

Conclusion

The rows attribute in HTML controls the visible height of a <textarea> by specifying the number of text lines shown. It helps tailor the input area's size for different use cases. This attribute improves user experience by making text areas appropriately sized.

reversed

The reversed attribute in the HTML <ol> element specifies that the list items should be numbered in reverse order, starting from the highest number down to one.

rowspan

The rowspan attribute in HTML allows a table cell (<td> or <th>) to extend across several rows, vertically merging them for improved data presentation.