inlinevalidationcode

noun
UK /ˈɪnlaɪn ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən kəʊd/
US /ˈɪnlaɪn ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən koʊd/

Code that checks something right away as you type it.

The inline validation code turned the box red when I typed a wrong email.

SYNONYMS

instant check codelive validation scriptreal-time validation codeimmediate check code

RELATED WORDS

form validationerror messageinput fielduser feedbackweb form

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small piece of code placed inside a form to catch mistakes early.

The developer added inline validation code to the sign-up form.

3. A rule written next to a field that says what is allowed.

The inline validation code only lets numbers into the phone box.

4. A script that shows a warning before you press send.

Thanks to the inline validation code, I fixed my password before submitting.