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# DateField

A DateField widget can be used for date input. The input can be done in to kinds. The first kind is to chose a date from a date chose, which is a part of the DateField. The second kind is to write the date direct in the input field. .. _pages/widget/datefield#preview_image:

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## Features

- Mouse and keyboard support.
- Own date format.

## Description

A DateField has a `qx.util.format.DateFormat` which is used to format the date to a string. The formatted string is show in the input field. The input can be edit directly in the input filed or selecting a date with the data chooser. The date chooser can be pop up by clicking the calender icon.

## Demos

Here are some links that demonstrate the usage of the widget:

- DateField Demo
- Form demo

## API

Here is a link to the API of the Widget:
qx.ui.form.DateField