Problem
A method must be provided for users to enter text and other character-based information without restriction.
Solution
The form
Variations
One line
Multiple-line
Interaction Details
immediate entry
cursor and focus...
enter is a linefeed on multi-line, submits forms or exits the field on single line
Presentation Details
notes about input method and reference
field hints in the field, adjacent to the field, pros and cons of each
Antipatterns