Email¶

The Email type creates an input field, which is validated against an email pattern. If the input does not contain a valid email address, a flash message warning will be displayed.

It corresponds with the TCA type => 'email'.

SQL overrides via alternativeSql allowed: yes.

Settings¶

default¶

Required:	false
Type:	string
Default:	‘’

Default value set if a new record is created.

placeholder¶

Required:	false
Type:	string
Default:	‘’

Placeholder text for the field.

required¶

Required:	false
Type:	boolean
Default:	false

If set, the field becomes mandatory.

For more advanced configuration refer to the TCA documentation.

Example¶

Minimal¶

name: example/email
group: common
fields:
  - identifier: email
    type: Email

Advanced / use case¶

name: example/email
group: common
fields:
  - identifier: email
    type: Email
    autocomplete: true
    default: 'developer@localhost.de'
    placeholder: 'Enter your email address'
    required: true