.NET MAUI MaskedEntry Overview

The .NET MAUI MaskedEntry is an advanced version of the input control that restricts input of certain characters, text, and numbers by using a mask pattern. This control creates a template for providing information such as telephone numbers, email IDs, IP addresses, product keys, and more.

MaskedEntry control overview in MAUI

Key features

  • MaskTypes : The input can be masked with a fixed or variable length by setting the mask type to simple or regex.
  • PromptChar : Customize the prompt characters used to set the default characters as input in the absence of input.
  • Value : Enter values and clipboard operations in the control based on the ValueMaskFormat property.
  • ValueMaskFormat : Setting formatted values in the control using mask format values such as prompt, literals, and both.
  • Customization : Customize the UI of the masked text box.