jQuery change()Method
jQuery Event MethodsExample
Alert text when the <input> field changes:
$("input").change(function(){
alert("Text has been modified");
});
alert("Text has been modified");
});
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Definition and Usage
The change event occurs when the value of an element changes (only applicable to form fields).
The change() method triggers the change event, or specifies a function to run when the change event occurs.
Note:When used with select elements, the change event occurs when an option is selected. When used with text fields or text areas, the change event occurs when the element loses focus.
Syntax
Trigger the change event of the selected elements:
$(selector).change() Try it Yourself
Add a function to the change event:
$(selector).change(function) Try it Yourself
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| function | Optional. Specifies the function to run for the selected elements when the change event occurs. |
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