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Abhay Singh Kathayat @abhaysingh281

Understanding SetTimeout And SetInterval In JavaScript

Learn how setTimeout and setInterval handle time-based functions in JavaScript. Understand the differences between these two methods for delayed execution and repeated tasks.

Understanding setTimeout and setInterval in JavaScript

In JavaScript, both setTimeout and setInterval are used to handle time-based functions. They allow you to execute code after a specified delay or at regular intervals. Understanding the differences and use cases for each is crucial for writing efficient and effective code.

  
  
  1. setTimeout

The setTimeout method is used to execute a function after a specified amount of time has passed (in milliseconds).

  
  
  Syntax:


setTimeout(callback, delay, [arg1, arg2, ...]);

    
    

    
    





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