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Introducing OTP Designer jQuery Plugin

Are you looking for a seamless way to integrate a One-Time Password (OTP) input system into your web applications? Look no further! I'm thrilled to introduce you to the OTP Designer jQuery Plugin, a user-friendly tool that streamlines the process of creating an efficient and easy-to-use OTP input system.

Overview

The OTP Designer jQuery Plugin is a versatile jQuery plugin that empowers you to effortlessly incorporate an OTP input system into your web projects. With this plugin, users can conveniently enter OTP codes, and you have the flexibility to customize the OTP input to seamlessly match your design requirements.

Features at a Glance

  • Simple and Intuitive: Enjoy a hassle-free integration process with a plugin that's user-friendly and easy to implement.
  • Customizable Input Fields: Tailor the number of OTP input fields to your needs, whether it's a 4-digit code or an 8-digit code.
  • Numeric or Alphanumeric Input: Configure the input system to accept either numeric input or alphanumeric input, based on your use case.
  • Seamless Integration: The plugin seamlessly integrates into your existing jQuery projects, ensuring a smooth and cohesive user experience.
  • Minimal and Lightweight Design: Keep your web pages lightweight with a minimalistic design that doesn't compromise on functionality.

Installation Made Easy

To get started with the OTP Designer jQuery Plugin, all you need are a few dependencies:

  • jQuery (minimum version 3.7.0): Easily include this dependency through a CDN or by downloading the files locally.

Installation Options

You have the flexibility to choose the installation method that suits you best:

  • npm: Install the OTP Designer jQuery Plugin using npm with a simple command:
npm install otp-designer-jquery
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  • CDN: Quickly include the plugin directly from a CDN by adding the following script tag to your HTML file:
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/HichemTab-tech/OTP-designer-jquery@2.0.1/dist/otpdesigner.min.js"></script>
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  • Local Download: If you prefer hosting the library locally, download the latest release from the source code and include it in your project:
<script src="path/to/otpdesigner.min.js"></script>
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Usage Demystified

Integrating OTP functionality into your application is a breeze. Here's how:

  • Include the required scripts and stylesheets following the installation guidelines.
  • Create a target element in your HTML to house the OTP designer.
  • Initialize the OTP designer on the target element using jQuery.
<div id="otp_target"></div>
<script>
  $(document).ready(function() {
    $('#otp_target').otpdesigner({
      typingDone: function (code) {
        console.log('Entered OTP code: ' + code);
      },
      length: 4,
      onlyNumbers: false,
      inputsClasses: 'some-class text-danger',
    });
  });
</script>
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Options and Methods

Customization is key, and the OTP Designer jQuery Plugin offers you options and methods to fine-tune the experience:

  • Customize the number of OTP input fields, allowing only numeric or alphanumeric input.
  • Utilize callbacks to execute actions when the user completes typing the OTP or clicks the Enter key.
  • Access methods like code to retrieve the entered OTP code or set to programmatically set a code.

Join the Journey!

Contributions are always welcome. If you have ideas, improvements, or fixes, feel free to contribute via issues or pull requests.

Get ready to enhance the security and user experience of your web applications with the OTP Designer jQuery Plugin. Streamline OTP input like never before. Check it out now on Github.

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