How to Set a Default Value in a ng-select Inside a Reactive Form in Angular

Описание: Learn how to successfully assign a default value to a `ng-select` component in your Angular reactive forms, using a simple step-by-step guide.
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How to Set a Default Value in a ng-select Inside a Reactive Form in Angular

Working with Angular reactive forms is intuitive and powerful, but there may be times you run into challenges—like setting a default value in a ng-select component. This post provides a clear and concise solution to this common problem.

The Problem

You’re probably familiar with ng-select, a flexible and feature-rich select component for Angular applications. When building a form that requires users to pick options, you may want to set a default selection (like Male in this case) for improved user experience. Let's break down how to effectively set a default value.

Sample Scenario

Here's an overview of the setup you might have:

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TypeScript Component Code

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The Solution: Setting the Default Value

To set a default value for your ng-select, you only need to modify the initialization of your FormGroup. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Update the Form Initialization

Change the line where you define the gender control in your form. Instead of passing an empty string as the default value, pass the string 'Male':

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2. Implementing the Change

Your updated TypeScript code should now look like this:

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3. Resulting Behavior

Now, when the form loads, the ng-select will automatically have Male selected. This boosts usability as the user doesn’t have to make a selection unless they want to change it.

Conclusion

Setting a default value in a ng-select inside a reactive form in Angular is a straightforward process that can enhance the user experience. By modifying your form’s initialization in TypeScript, you can ensure that your users are presented with sensible defaults, reducing friction and speeding up form submissions.

Happy coding, and may all your forms be user-friendly!