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Learn how to efficiently `split words` in a TextField in Flutter. This guide explains how to handle onChanged input to create manageable chunks of text.
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How to Split Words in TextField with Flutter and Dart

Input fields are essential components in any application, allowing users to convey information. In many scenarios, you may want to manipulate the user's input in real-time, such as splitting a sentence into smaller groups. This can improve readability or facilitate further processing.

In this post, we will tackle the issue of how to split words in a text field while limiting to two words per output. We'll explore the onChanged property in Flutter, which is triggered anytime the text field's content changes.

The Problem Statement

The requirement is straightforward:

As the user types into a text field, we want to split the input into chunks of two words each.

This should only occur when the user has typed more than two words.

Here's an example of what we're aiming to accomplish:

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However, the typical approach of splitting input by spaces will only give us single words, which is not what we want.

Our Current Approach

Let's take a look at an example of what you might initially try:

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As noted, this implementation results in each word being printed separately rather than in pairs.

The Enhanced Solution

We can improve our method by leveraging Dart's collection methods. Here's how to achieve the desired output in a more effective manner:

Use the take(2) method: This method allows you to retrieve the first two words from a list.

Utilize the skip(2) method: After taking the first two words, this method can be used to skip them in the next iteration.

Step-by-Step Code Implementation

Here's how to implement the solution:

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Explanation of the Code

Line 1: We declare the onChanged function, which takes the input string value.

Line 2: The input string is split into a list of words using split(' ').

Line 4: A while loop continues as long as there are words in the list.

Line 5: The first two words are taken from the list, joined together with a space, and printed.

Line 7: We update the sentences list to skip over the words that have just been printed, preparing for the next iteration.

Conclusion

By implementing this method, you can effectively manage user input in a text field, ensuring words are processed in pairs. This can enhance usability and provide a more structured output.

Feel free to adapt this approach to fit your application's needs. Happy coding!