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Discover how to fix the issue of PHP not passing a variable through POST, ensuring your forms work as intended.
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Resolving PHP Issues: Why Your Variable Isn't Passed Through POST

When working with PHP forms and handling POST requests, it's not uncommon to encounter issues where variables fail to pass correctly. One such scenario is when you find that the value of a hidden input field is just a string representation of PHP code instead of the actual variable value. If you've ever struggled with this, you're in the right place!

The Problem

Imagine you have a piece of PHP code meant to output a form based on the order status in your database. However, instead of seeing the actual orderID value in a hidden input field, you might get an output like this:

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Instead of displaying the value of $orderID, it literally outputs the PHP code as a string. This can be frustrating, especially when you expect the variable to work seamlessly in your form submission.

The Cause of the Issue

The underlying issue here is related to the use of string quoting in your PHP code. In PHP, how you define strings makes a significant difference:

Double Quotes ("): PHP interprets variables within double quotes. For example, "$orderID" outputs the value of the variable.

Single Quotes ('): PHP treats anything within single quotes as a literal string without interpreting any variables. For instance, '$orderID' will literally output $orderID instead of its value.

In your code, you're enclosing the entire form in single quotes, causing PHP to not correctly interpret the variable $orderID. Instead, you end up with a literal string in your input field.

The Solution: Correcting String Concatenation

To resolve this issue, the solution involves proper string concatenation and the appropriate use of quotes. Here's how to modify your code to pass the variable correctly:

Updated Code

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Key Changes Explained

Concatenation: We use the concatenation operator (.) to append the value of $orderID directly within the string.

Double Quotes for HTML Attributes: You continue to use double quotes for your HTML attributes to maintain proper HTML syntax.

Single Quotes for PHP strings: The overall string remains within single quotes to ensure that PHP doesn't misinterpret the HTML code.

Conclusion

By understanding how PHP handles string quoting and variable interpolation, you can avoid common pitfalls in form handling. Properly concatenating variables ensures that your forms capture and send the intended data correctly, allowing for successful POST submissions.

If you're still facing issues or have further questions, feel free to reach out for assistance. Happy coding!