Html Method

HTML method

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In HTML, the method attribute specifies how to send form data when a user submits the form. There are two main values you can use with this attribute: GET and POST. Each method serves a different purpose and is used based on the needs of your application.

<form action="/submit" method="GET">
    <input type="text" name="username" placeholder="Enter your username">
    <input type="submit" value="Submit">
</form>

The GET method appends the form data to the URL, in the same way that query parameters work. This is useful for search forms or when you want to bookmark the page with specific parameters. However, it's important to note that it has limitations on the amount of data that can be sent.

<form action="/search" method="GET">
    <input type="text" name="query" placeholder="Search...">
    <input type="submit" value="Search">
</form>

Conversely, the POST method sends the data in the request body, which makes it more suitable for sending larger amounts of data, such as form submissions that involve file uploads or sensitive information. It does not append data to the URL, providing an added level of security for sensitive data.

<form action="/submit" method="POST">
    <input type="password" name="password" placeholder="Enter your password">
    <input type="submit" value="Login">
</form>

When using POST, the form data is sent in a way that cannot be easily copied from the URL, which provides a more secure means of transmitting information. This is why it is generally recommended to use POST when dealing with sensitive data or operations that change server state.

<form action="/register" method="POST">
    <input type="text" name="email" placeholder="Enter your email">
    <input type="submit" value="Register">
</form>