how to clear file input with javascript?

Question

I want to clear the file input in my form.

I know about setting the sources to the same method... But that method wont erase the selected file path.

Is there a way to clear the path inside the file input?

NOTE: I dont want to reload the page, or reset the form...

NO AJAX...

So, impossible?

Thanks

Answer 1

JavaScript is not allowed to affect the contents of a file input field for security reasons. When it comes to files, if you need anything more robust than the most basic functionality the browser provides, you need to look at something like Flash or Silverlight.

Answer 2

document.getElementById('your_input_id').value=''

Edit:
This one doesn't work in IE and opera, but seems to work for firefox, safari and chrome.

Answer 3

How about removing that node, creating a new one with the same name?