Posted by Rik on 10/16/06 14:38

Advo wrote:
> Basically, im redesigning a form page on our website.
>
> Currently the user submits the form, it does a few javascript checks
> and either submits to the "processstuff.php" page, or gives the user a
> JS error message.. where they have to go back and fill the details in.
>
> Im trying to optimise and make this form/page as best as it can be.
>
> Do you think it would be a better idea to continue using JS or use JS
> then submit to the php page(where it checks some other
> details(postcode validation) and submits, or just solely use php
> validation?

The best is always to do both:
1. JS validation will inform the user instantly that something is not OK,
and it will save him a trip to the server and back: better for the user,
less load on the server: a win-win.
2. JS validation can easily be bypassed or JS can be disabled by the user,
so always, always, check again with PHP on the server itself.

Grtz,
--
Rik Wasmus

• Next in forum: Re: Query on explode()
• Prev in forum: Re: How do I auto-login to a protected site?
• Thread view: Re: Validation after form submitting..

[Reply to this message]