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

There's browser difference in action, when you type some words then keyed ESC in input type="search" in chrome/safari the input box will get cleared. but in type="text" scenario, the words will not get cleared. So be careful choosing the type especially when u use it for autocomplete or search related feature