Syntax, Parameter and Return Value
Syntax:
_.isArrayLike(value)
Parameters:
-
value: The value to check.
- Return Value: (boolean) - Returns true if value is array-like, else false.
Examples
Identifying Array-Like Objects:
JavaScript
var _ = require('lodash');
console.log(_.isArrayLike([1, 2, 3]));
console.log(_.isArrayLike(document.querySelectorAll('div')));
console.log(_.isArrayLike('abc'));
console.log(_.isArrayLike({ length: 3 }));
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Output:
true (actual array)
true (NodeList)
true (string with indexed characters)
true (object with a length property)
Demonstrates how _.isArrayLike() can identify various array-like objects.
Using in Function That Handles Collections:
function processCollection(collection) {
if (_.isArrayLike(collection)) {
// Handle array-like processing
} else {
// Handle other types
}
}
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Shows using _.isArrayLike() to determine if a function should process a collection as an array-like object.
Conditionally Iterating Over Elements:
JavaScript
var maybeArray = { length: 2, 0: 'a', 1: 'b' };
if (_.isArrayLike(maybeArray)) {
for (var i = 0; i < maybeArray.length; i++) {
console.log(maybeArray[i]);
}
}
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Output:
'a' and then 'b'
An example of iterating over an array-like object when it passes the _.isArrayLike() check.
Filtering Array-Like Items from a Collection:
JavaScript
var mixedCollection = ['hello', 5, { length: 3 }, [1, 2, 3]];
var arrayLikeItems = _.filter(mixedCollection, _.isArrayLike);
console.log(arrayLikeItems);
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Output:
['hello', { length: 3 }, [1, 2, 3]]
Demonstrates filtering array-like items from a mixed collection.
Also read about, Queryselectorall
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered an 'array-like' object in JavaScript?
An 'array-like' object is any object with a numeric length property and indexed elements. Common examples include strings, arguments objects, and NodeList collections.
How does _.isArrayLike() differ from _.isArray()?
_.isArray() checks specifically for arrays, while _.isArrayLike() checks for any object that has array-like characteristics, including actual arrays.
Can _.isArrayLike() be used with functions or non-indexed objects?
No, _.isArrayLike() returns false for functions, even with a length property, and for objects without indexed elements.
Conclusion
Lodash's _.isArrayLike() method provides a versatile way to identify array-like objects, facilitating operations that typically apply to arrays. It's a valuable tool for ensuring compatibility and flexibility when working with various data structures in JavaScript.
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