How can I fix the issue of input fields stretching vertically and select boxes stretching horizontally in IE compatibility mode on a Webflow site? The code I tried, including the tags, doesn't seem to work.
If input fields are stretching vertically and select boxes stretching horizontally in IE compatibility mode on your Webflow site, there are a few steps you can take to try and resolve this issue.
1. Reset CSS: Start by applying a CSS reset to ensure that your styles are consistent across different browsers. Webflow does this by default, but you can also add your own reset CSS code to your project to ensure it covers all elements.
2. Check Box Sizing: Incompatibilities with the box-sizing property can cause input fields and select boxes to stretch in IE compatibility mode. Make sure you have defined the correct box-sizing property for these elements. The default value is usually "content-box", but you can try setting it to "border-box" to see if it resolves the stretching issue.
```css
input, select {
box-sizing: border-box;
}
```
3. Specify Width and Height: Explicitly define the width and height of the input fields and select boxes to prevent them from stretching. You can set these values using CSS.
```css
input, select {
width: 100%;
height: 40px; /* Adjust height as needed */
}
```
4. Avoid Percentages for Width: Instead of using percentage-based widths, consider using fixed pixel values for input fields and select boxes. Percentages can sometimes behave differently across browsers, especially in older versions of IE.
5. Check Parent Containers: Make sure the parent containers of the input fields and select boxes do not have any conflicting styles that could cause them to stretch. Check for any width or height constraints that may affect the input elements.
6. Test in Different IE Versions: Test your site in different versions of IE compatibility mode to identify if the issue is specific to a particular version. This will help you narrow down the problem and find more targeted solutions.
If none of these steps resolve the issue, it's possible that the problem may require a more in-depth investigation into your specific code and layout. In that case, it may be helpful to share your code or a live link to your Webflow site so that the community can take a closer look and provide further assistance.