text box
A 'text box' is a key element in both print design and user interfaces, serving as a container for text in various contexts.
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Definition
B2Computing
(technical, GUI)A rectangular area in a user interface where users can type, edit, and view text.
Example
- Please enter your username in the text box provided.
- The form includes multiple text boxes for different types of information.
C1Typography
(print, design)A block of printed text contained within borders, set apart from the main text on the page.
Example
- The magazine article featured a text box with a highlighted quote.
- Designers often use text boxes to draw attention to important information.
Similar
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