Field COMP Initialize Parameter

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Howdy,

I am currently trying to make an interactive text element using the Field COMP.

So far, I have figured out how to make the text update in real time (Keyboard input to text), but now I am trying to make an initialize parameter.

When I hit ENTER, I want the text to clear from the Text TOP, and for the string to be sent to the out DAT. Also, I need the focus to remain on the Field COMP so the user can keep typing without having to use the mouse.

Any pointers would be much appreciated.

Thank you!

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Main pointer is to use textCOMP. Field is older and not as robust. The callbacks should let you do the things you’re trying to achieve.

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Thanks Ivan!

I chose the Field COMP because I couldn’t figure out how to reference the text from the Text COMP in other areas of my project…

With Field COMP I can access the text input through DATs and manipulate it, but idk how to do this with Text COMP. If you can think of a way around this that’d be really helpful.

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You can easily reference the textCOMP’s text parameter. If you need to know the input text as it’s being entered, you have to use the textCOMP’s callbacks.