Form control fields new feature

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• [5.3] Form control fields, new API joomla-cms#43857
• [5.3] Form control fields removable token joomla-cms#44359

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documentation, enhancement

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Description

• Introduced new methods to manage form control fields programmatically, including addControlField, removeControlField, getControlFields, and renderControlFields.
• Updated documentation to include a detailed explanation of the new control fields feature and how to use it.
• Added examples demonstrating the transition from hardcoded control fields to using the new methods.
• Created a new migration documentation file to highlight new features, including form control fields.

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Documentation

manipulating-forms.md Document new methods for managing form control fields        docs/general-concepts/forms/manipulating-forms.md Added a section on control fields in forms. Explained new methods for managing control fields. Provided examples of using control fields. +36/-0    new-features.md Add migration documentation for form control fields            migrations/52-53/new-features.md Introduced a new file for migration features. Documented new form control fields feature. Included examples of before and after usage. +34/-0

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⚡ Recommended focus areas for review Documentation Clarity The new section on control fields could benefit from a brief explanation of why this change is beneficial and how it improves code maintainability or reduces duplication. Missing Context The new features documentation lacks an introduction explaining the purpose of the file and how it relates to the migration process between versions 52 and 53.

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Enhancement	Provide more detailed explanations and examples for control field methods Add a brief example or explanation for each control field method to provide more context on their usage. docs/general-concepts/forms/manipulating-forms.md [114-118] -Form class provides a methods to manage these control fields programmatically: -- `addControlField()` add control field to the form; -- `removeControlField()` remove control field from the form; -- `getControlFields()` get list of control fields in the form; -- `renderControlFields()` render the control fields; +Form class provides methods to manage these control fields programmatically: +- `addControlField($name, $value)`: Adds a control field to the form. Example: `$form->addControlField('task', 'save');` +- `removeControlField($name)`: Removes a control field from the form. Example: `$form->removeControlField('task');` +- `getControlFields()`: Returns an array of all control fields in the form. +- `renderControlFields()`: Renders all control fields as HTML input elements. Apply this suggestion Suggestion importance[1-10]: 6 Why: Adding examples and explanations for each method enhances the documentation's clarity and usability, making it easier for users to understand how to use the new methods. This is a useful improvement but not essential for the code's functionality.	6
	Enhance the introduction to control fields by highlighting their benefits Consider adding a brief explanation of the benefits of using control fields, such as improved code organization and easier maintenance. docs/general-concepts/forms/manipulating-forms.md [110-112] ## Control fields -While the form fields used for data handling in the Model, the Controller also requires a few fields, like `task`, `return`, and CSRF token. -Previously these fields were coded directly in to the form layout. +While the form fields are used for data handling in the Model, the Controller also requires a few fields, like `task`, `return`, and CSRF token. +Previously these fields were coded directly into the form layout. The new control fields feature improves code organization and simplifies form maintenance by allowing programmatic management of these fields. Apply this suggestion Suggestion importance[1-10]: 5 Why: The suggestion improves the documentation by explaining the benefits of using control fields, which can help users understand the rationale behind the feature. However, it is not critical to the functionality or correctness of the code.	5
	Highlight the benefits of the new form control fields feature in the migration guide Add a brief explanation of the benefits of using the new form control fields feature to help users understand why they should adopt it. migrations/52-53/new-features.md [7-12] #### Form control fields -New methods to manage form control fields. +New methods to manage form control fields. This feature improves code organization, simplifies form maintenance, and provides a more consistent approach to handling control fields across your Joomla application. + More detail at [Form Control fields](/docs/general-concepts/forms/manipulating-forms.md#control-fields) PR: https://github.com/joomla/joomla-cms/pull/43857 Apply this suggestion Suggestion importance[1-10]: 5 Why: The suggestion adds value by explaining the benefits of the new feature, which can encourage adoption. However, it is not crucial for understanding the migration process or the code changes themselves.	5

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