format strings in jqxDateTimeInput

[dafaccountParticipant]

Hi,

there is an issue with the jqxDateTimeInput. In particular, certain format strings are displayed incorrectly.

For an example, have a look at http://jsfiddle.net/qhU4H/27/. The format string is set to “dd-MM-yy”. However, when I click in the input field the year is changed from “15” to “2015”.

Another example is the format string “dd-MMMM-yyyy”. When I click in the input field the month is changed from “July” to “07”.

This issue is a major bug for our customers. Can your provide us a fix? Thanks.

Best regards,
dafaccount

[Peter StoevKeymaster]

Hi dafaccount,

Yes, it is changed when you click because there is difference between the formatString which you see and the formatting in Edit mode. In edit mode, it is made to be easier for editing the Date. This is not a Bug, this is by Design.

Best Regards,
Peter Stoev

jQWidgets Team
http://www.jqwidgets.com

[dafaccountParticipant]

Hi Peter,

thanks for your quick reply. Can I change the formatting in edit mode (e.g., by a formatString)?

I don’t see the benefit to change the year from “15” to “2015” when clicking in the input field.

Can I disable the formatting in edit mode?

Is there a workaround?

Best regards,
dafaccount

[Peter StoevKeymaster]

Hi dafaccount,

No, it is not possible to change or disable it. It changes from “15” to “2015” because it’s easier for users to enter dates with 4 digits instead of 2. formatString is taken into account on blur, when the widget is not focused by the user.

Best Regards,
Peter Stoev

jQWidgets Team
http://www.jqwidgets.com

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