A feature that suggests likely matches as someone types in a field, letting them pick one instead of typing it all.
Synonyms
- autosuggest
- type-ahead
- typeahead
Related terms
In plain words
- the box that guesses what you're typing
- suggestions that pop up as you type
Usage example
As you type a city, autocomplete offers matching names so you can tap one.
Don't confuse with…
- autofillAutocomplete suggests matches from a list as you type; autofill drops in your saved details like name and address.
Categories
- Forms & inputs