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popover HTML global attribute
Defines the popover global attribute, including auto popovers, light-dismiss behavior through outside click or Escape, nested popover behavior, hint popovers, and manual popovers.
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| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popover | Choose popover when a local trigger needs a compact contextual layer with short copy, a few actions, or light controls that belong to that exact anchor. | The trigger name and visible placement make clear which object or field the popover belongs to. | Supports the popover attribute values and light-dismiss behavior. |
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- Popover vs menu button vs modal dialog vs sheet
MDN defines auto light-dismiss behavior and manual popover tradeoffs.
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