Overview
ChipsInput is a Flutter widget that enables users to enter multiple values through interactive chips, with real-time suggestions. It supports dynamic chip creation, filtering of suggestions based on input, and customizable styling. Ideal for tagging, selecting options, or entering lists of items in a clean, intuitive interface. The widget integrates seamlessly into forms and data entry flows, enhancing user experience with immediate feedback and visual clarity.
Use cases
- Tagging systems
- Multi-select inputs
- Form data entry
- Searchable chip selection
- User preference collection
- Dynamic list creation
Key features
- Real-time suggestion filtering
- Customizable chip appearance
- Supports keyboard navigation
- Easy integration with form fields
- Handles duplicate chip prevention
- Configurable input validation
Suitable for
- Form builders
- Tag-based interfaces
- User preference selectors
- Data entry with multiple values
- Interactive search components
Considerations
- Limited platform-specific behavior
- No built-in validation beyond duplicates
- Requires manual handling of chip removal
- May need custom styling for complex themes
- Not optimized for very large suggestion sets