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Discover simple adjustments to make your textarea have the same font size as your input fields, ensuring a consistent look across your web forms.
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Why Does My Textarea Have a Different Font Size Than My Input Fields?

If you've been working on a web form and noticed that your textarea doesn't have the same font size as your input fields—even when they share the same class name—you are not alone! This common issue can arise due to default styling applied by the browser or specific CSS settings that affect only certain elements.

In this guide, we will address why this happens and show you a straightforward solution to harmonize the font sizes across your form elements for a polished and professional look.

Understanding the Problem

The issue you're experiencing likely results from:

Different default styles: Different HTML elements have different default styles (like font-family or line-height) that may not match.

CSS inheritance: If the textarea has a different CSS rule applied somewhere in your stylesheet or defaults, it can appear visually distinct from input fields.

The Challenge

You have:

An input field for "Full Name"

An input field for "Email"

A textarea for "Message"

Even though they share the same class name (form-control), their font sizes can look different when rendered in the browser.

The Solution: Adjusting the CSS

To align the font size of the textarea with that of the input fields, you can explicitly set the font-family (and anything else necessary) in your CSS.

Step-by-Step Fix

Open Your CSS File: Locate the CSS file linked to your HTML.

Add Font-Family for the Textarea: You will want to ensure your textarea uses the same font family as your input fields. Here’s what to add:

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Final CSS Example: Below is how your CSS might look after the adjustment:

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Example HTML Form

Here's what your HTML form should look like with the consistent styling applied to your textarea:

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Conclusion

With these adjustments, you should find that your textarea now matches the font size of your input fields. Consistency in form design is vital for user experience, and aligning font sizes is a simple yet effective way to enhance the aesthetic of your web forms.

If you have any additional questions or run into other styling issues, feel free to reach out. Happy coding!