Exploring InnerText and classList in JavaScript

When working with JavaScript, there are two important features that allow us to manipulate HTML content and apply CSS classes: innerText and classList. These properties provide a powerful way to dynamically modify the content and appearance of elements on a webpage.

The InnerText Property

The innerText property allows us to get or set the text content of an HTML element. It returns the visible text within an element, excluding any child elements or HTML tags. It provides a simple way to update the text content without affecting the structure or styling of the element.

For example, consider the following HTML element:

To change the text content using JavaScript, we can use the innerText property as shown below:

This code will update the text content of the paragraph element to "Hello, New World!".

It is important to note that innerText is not supported in all browsers, particularly in older versions of Internet Explorer (IE). In those cases, you can use the textContent property as an alternative.

The classList Property

The classList property allows us to add, remove, or toggle CSS classes on an HTML element. It provides a convenient way to dynamically apply styles and animations to elements based on user interactions or program logic.

Let's consider the following HTML element:

To add a class to this element using JavaScript, we can use the classList.add() method:

This code will add the "highlight" class to the div element, allowing us to apply custom styling or animations using CSS.

To remove a class, we can use the classList.remove() method:

This code will remove the "highlight" class from the div element.

The classList.toggle() method can be used to add or remove a class based on its presence. If the class is already applied, it will be removed; otherwise, it will be added:

This code will toggle the "highlight" class on the div element.

Conclusion

The innerText and classList properties are valuable tools in JavaScript for manipulating HTML content and applying CSS classes. They allow us to dynamically update text content and modify styles, providing a more interactive and engaging user experience.

For further information, you can refer to the MDN Web Docs and MDN Web Docs for more detailed explanations and examples.