This is a javascript cut & paste code snippet that will automatically clear the default value of any form's input field when the mouse sets focus on it. Default input values are often used to aid in the explanation of the field's function, or expected input. But, becomes a nuisance once it's purpose has been served after viewing. This script intelligently distinguishes between default text setting and user-entered text and clears only the former default text setting on mouse focus.

Insert this code into your HEAD of HTML

<!-- // == This Script Free To Use Providing This Notice Remains == // // == This Script Has Been Found In The http://www.DesignerWiz.com Javascript Public Archive Library == // // == NOTICE: Though This Material May Have Been In A Public Depository, Certain Author Copyright Restrictions May Apply == // --><script language="JavaScript" type="text/javascript"> function clearText(thefield){ if (thefield.defaultValue==thefield.value) thefield.value = "" } </script>

Insert this code into your BODY section

<form> <input type="text" value="Click cursor here" onFocus="clearText(this)"> </form>

Simply Cut and Paste Script code
Be sure to properly place script position in HEAD & BODY sections of html

This script has been in the DesignerWiz.com Public Library.