reactor-forms

Name: reactor-forms
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Author: Microsoft

Automate Reactor form building with built-in validation and masked inputs.

609|44|Updated Apr 16, 2026

Search Tags:#csharp #validation #forms #mvvm #reactor #winui #formfield

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npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/microsoft-ui-reactor --skill reactor-forms

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Skill: reactor-forms
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/microsoft-ui-reactor/tree/main/plugins/reactor/skills/reactor-forms
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/microsoft-ui-reactor --skill reactor-forms

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a cohesive, declarative pattern for building forms in Reactor, eliminating scattered, ad-hoc validation code by centralizing validation in a UseValidationContext and per-field validators.

Core Features & Use Cases

UseValidationContext() to track per-field messages and touched/dirty state.
FormField wrapper for labeled inputs and error display.
MaskEngine for masked input (phone, SSN, etc.).
InputFormatter for on-the-fly formatting (currency, casing, etc.).
Built-in validators: Validate.Required, Validate.Email, Validate.MinLength, Validate.MaxLength, and more.
Use cases include data-entry forms, sign-up flows, and settings screens requiring field validation and formatting.

Quick Start

Create a simple form with TextBox, UseState, and UseValidationContext to validate a required email field.

Frequently Asked Questions about reactor-forms

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I add form validation to WinUI desktop apps without scattering validation logic?▼

Real-time form validation in Reactor WinUI apps tracks per-field messages and touched/dirty state within a validation context, eliminating ad-hoc validation code by co-locating state and providing declarative error handling for data-entry screens.

How do I create masked inputs for phone numbers or SSN in WinUI forms?▼

Masked inputs for phone numbers or SSN in WinUI forms are created using a MaskEngine integrated with FormField wrappers, allowing controlled inputs to apply formatting rules while maintaining real-time validation state.

Can I format text on the fly in a Reactor WinUI text box?▼

On-the-fly text formatting in a Reactor WinUI text box is handled by an InputFormatter, enabling automatic currency formatting or text casing as users type into controlled inputs bound to the form.

What built-in validators are available for Reactor form fields?▼

Built-in validators for Reactor form fields include Validate.Required, Validate.Email, Validate.MinLength, and Validate.MaxLength, which can be applied directly to controlled inputs within a UseValidationContext to enforce data-entry rules.

Does Reactor support co-located state for sign-up flows and settings screens?▼

Reactor supports co-located state for sign-up flows and settings screens by combining UseState with UseValidationContext, allowing each FormField to manage its own validation messages, input masking, and formatting helpers declaratively.