input type=“text” vs input type=“search” in HTML5

Question

I\'m new to HTML5 as begun to work with HTML5\'s new form input fields. When I\'m working with form input fields, especially and

Answer 1

Visually/functionally, 2 differences if the input type is 'search':-

1. You get a 'X' symbol at the end of the input/search box to clear texts in the box
2. Pressing 'Esc' key on keyboard also clears texts