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Learn how to make your `TextInputLayout` hint always visible at the top, even when it's not focused, enhancing your Android app's user experience.
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How to Keep Your TextInputLayout Hint Always on Top in Android

Creating a user-friendly interface is crucial when developing Android applications, and one small detail that can make a significant difference is the placement of hint text in your input fields. You might have wondered how to keep your hint text in a TextInputLayout always visible at the top, even when the field is not focused. In this guide, we will explore this issue and provide you with a straightforward solution.

The Problem: Hint Not Always Visible

When using TextInputLayout, the hint text typically moves above the input field when the user focuses on it. However, you may want the hint text to remain in a floating position at all times to improve readability and provide better guidance for users. This is particularly beneficial in forms with multiple input fields, as it minimizes confusion about what the user needs to enter.

The Solution: Using Expanded Hint Property

Fortunately, if you're using version 1.3.0-alpha03 or higher of the Material Components for Android, there’s a simple solution. You can set the app:expandedHintEnabled attribute to false in your XML layout file to make the hint always float above the input field.

Step-by-Step Guide

Here’s how you can implement this in your code:

Update Your XML Layout: Modify your TextInputLayout definition by adding the app:expandedHintEnabled attribute as shown below:

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Understanding the Attributes

android:hint: This attribute defines the text that appears as a hint in the input field.

app:hintEnabled: When set to true, this enables the hint feature in the TextInputLayout.

app:hintAnimationEnabled: Setting this to false prevents the hint from moving when the field is focused.

app:expandedHintEnabled: Setting this to false keeps the hint text visible regardless of focus.

What Happens After This Change?

By combining these attributes, the hint text will always stay at the top of your input field. This not only clears up space for the user to enter text, but it also provides constant visibility of the placeholder, which can be a valuable instructional cue.

Conclusion

Keeping your TextInputLayout hint always visible can significantly enhance user experience in your Android application. With just a few lines of code and the proper attributes, you can ensure that your users never lose sight of the guidance you intend to provide through your input fields. Happy coding!