Dynamic Form Array in Angular
This challenge focuses on building a dynamic form array in Angular. Dynamic forms are essential when the number of form controls needed isn't known beforehand, allowing for flexible and adaptable user interfaces. You'll be creating a component that allows users to add and remove form controls within an array, demonstrating a core Angular forms concept.
Problem Description
You are tasked with creating an Angular component that displays a form with a dynamic array of input fields. The component should initially render with a predefined number of input fields (e.g., 2). The user should be able to:
- Add a new input field: A button should be provided to add a new input field to the array. When clicked, a new, empty input field should be dynamically added to the form.
- Remove an existing input field: Each input field should have a "Remove" button. Clicking this button should remove the corresponding input field from the array and update the form accordingly.
- Validate Input Fields: Each input field should be required. The form should not be valid until all input fields have a value.
- Display Form Validity: A message should be displayed indicating whether the form is valid or invalid.
Key Requirements:
- Use Angular's
FormGroup,FormArray, andFormControlto manage the form. - Implement the add and remove functionality using Angular's reactive forms approach.
- Ensure the form updates dynamically as input fields are added or removed.
- Implement the required validation for each input field.
- Provide clear visual feedback to the user regarding form validity.
Expected Behavior:
- The component should render with the initial number of input fields.
- Clicking "Add" should add a new, empty input field.
- Clicking "Remove" next to an input field should remove it.
- The form validity message should accurately reflect the validity of all input fields.
- The form should only be considered valid when all input fields have a value.
Edge Cases to Consider:
- What happens when the array is empty? (Consider displaying a message or disabling the "Add" button).
- Handle potential errors gracefully (e.g., if there's an issue adding or removing controls).
Examples
Example 1:
Initial State: Form with 2 input fields. Both fields are empty. Form validity message: "Form is invalid."
User Action: User enters a value into the first field.
Output: Form validity message: "Form is invalid."
Explanation: Only one field has a value, so the form is still invalid.
Example 2:
State: Form with 3 input fields. The first two fields have values, the third is empty. Form validity message: "Form is invalid."
User Action: User clicks the "Add" button.
Output: Form now has 4 input fields. All fields are empty. Form validity message: "Form is invalid."
Explanation: Adding a new field resets the validity to invalid.
Example 3:
State: Form with 2 input fields. Both fields have values. Form validity message: "Form is valid."
User Action: User clicks the "Remove" button next to the first field.
Output: Form now has 1 input field. The field has the value previously entered. Form validity message: "Form is invalid."
Explanation: Removing a field makes the form invalid.
Constraints
- The initial number of input fields should be 2.
- The input fields should be of type
text. - The component should be implemented using Angular's reactive forms.
- The form should be displayed within a single
divelement. - Performance should be considered; avoid unnecessary re-renders when adding or removing fields. (Using
trackByin the*ngForloop is recommended).
Notes
- Consider using
trackByin your*ngForloop to optimize rendering performance when adding or removing form controls. This helps Angular identify which items have changed. - Think about how to handle the case where the form array becomes empty.
- Focus on creating a clean and maintainable component structure.
- Remember to import necessary Angular modules (e.g.,
ReactiveFormsModule). - The component should be self-contained and demonstrate the core concepts of dynamic form arrays.