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<datalist> - Specifies a list of pre-defined options for input controls

The datalist can be used to define a set of values used for the suto-complete functions of some web browsers
Example:
Web Browsers: (as you type the into input box a suggstion box will be displayed matching the letters typed)
- try entering g and Google Chrome should be suggested*.
Note: *This function is currently supported by most modern browsers, excluding Safari and IE
until support in for this function is included in Internet Explorer and Safari this new function should be avoided.


<output> - Allows for output to be generated from other element on the page, i.e. The value of two input boxes
Supported in all major browsers, except Internet Explorer.
Enter Starting Value:
Select Multiplier: 110
Calcualted Output: x =