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# Textarea field

The **Textarea** field allows users to enter **longer, multi-line text**.

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### ✅ When to use Textarea

Use Textarea when:

* Users need to explain something
* The answer may be long

**Examples**

* Message
* Special requests
* Issue description

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### ⚙️ How it works

* Users can type multiple lines of text
* All content is saved in the submission

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### 🧩 How to add a Textarea field

1. Click **Add field**
2. Select **Textarea**
3. Set the label and placeholder

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#### Placeholder text

**Examples**

* `Describe your request`
* `Tell us more`
* `Enter your message`

#### Default value (optional)

Rarely used for Textarea.

**Example**

* `N/A`

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#### Required field (recommended)

Use when the message is mandatory.

**Example**

* Support request description

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#### Need More Help?

If you still need assistance, please contact us at <contact@globo.io>. Our team will be happy to help you resolve any issues or guide you further.