Support Article
Decimal separator comma (in German) is converted to a dot in IE
SA-49296
Summary
Decimal separator ',' (comma) converts to '.' (dot) in German localization.
Error Messages
Not Applicable
Steps to Reproduce
- Set the language as German (Germany) [de-DE]. In the Internet Explorer browser, navigate to Internet Setting > General > Language.
- Create a text Input field (Number) in a section.
- Run the case. In the Internet Explorer browser, the German Decimal separator ',' (comma) changes to a '.' (dot).
Root Cause
This is a browser limitation for Internet Explorer browser. Chrome and other browsers do not allow commas for type=Number. However, Internet Explorer browser allows commas.
Resolution
Perform the following local-change:
Change the editable format in the Presentation tab of property configuration to Text instead of Number.
Published March 9, 2018 - Updated October 8, 2020
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