Kendo UI for jQuery Validator Overview

The Kendo UI Validator widget offers a simple way to do client-side form validation.

Built around the HTML5 form validation attributes, it supports a variety of built-in validation rules and provides a convenient way for setting custom-rule handling. The Validator is a powerful framework component and essential for any application that collects user input.

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Kendo UI for jQuery Validator with Basic Configuration

Functionality and Features

  • Forms validation—When working with the Validator, you can use the HTML5 form validation attributes.
  • Validation rules—Apart from enabling you to use its default validation rules, the Validator also provides options for implementing custom validation rules and custom messages.
  • Tooltip—The Validator also provides setting for managing the rendering behavior of its tooltips.

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