directory content attribute not defined

[annevk]

I'm assuming from the examples you want <input type=file directory> to do something.

[aliams]

It should work in the same way that the multiple attribute works. As long as it's set, it will be active.

[domenic]

Someone should probably spec that then.

[aliams]

It is mentioned in Section 2.2.1 under the directory attribute definition. Do you feel that it requires further clarification?

[domenic]

That specifies the directory IDL attribute, not the directory content attribute.

[domenic]

I'd suggest looking at how attributes (of both kinds) are defined for inputs in the actual HTML spec, and phrasing your spec as a patch to it (see also #15). E.g.:

• Accept content attribute
• Accept IDL attribute

[domenic]

You also can't do things like "If this attribute is set, input.files must return null." You have to write a proper patch for the definition of the files IDL attribute.

[arunranga]

@annevk: Do you think the HTMLInputElement should have a Directory Upload state alongside a File Upload state? It makes managing spec'd activation behavior easier than explaining everything within the File Upload activation steps. If you approve, that's what'll go into my PR for HTML.

[annevk]

I don't think we can do that since the state is closely tied to the type. We'll need language similar to what we have for the multiple attribute I think.

And some language about the control representing selected files and directories, or some such.