Navigator.clipboard.writetext is a powerful method in Next Js that allows for the transfer of data from the application to the system clipboard.
This method is particularly useful for copying text data into the clipboard, which can then be pasted into other applications.
Navigator.clipboard.writetext is supported by most modern web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.
The method takes one argument, the text to be copied, and returns a promise that resolves when the text has been successfully written to the clipboard.
Browser Permissions
Before you attempt to write to the clipboard with navigator.clipboard.writeText, you need to check if you have the necessary browser permissions.
The Clipboard API is only supported for pages served over HTTPS.
You should also verify if you have the write access by checking the browser permissions.
You can do this with the navigator.permissions query.
Copying Text
Copying text to the clipboard is a straightforward process using the Clipboard API. The writeText method is available on navigator.clipboard and can be used to copy text.
To copy text, we can use the writeText method, which accepts only one parameter - the text to copy to your clipboard. This can be a string, a template literal holding variables and other strings, or a variable used to hold a string.
The writeText method is asynchronous, so it returns a promise. This promise is resolved if the clipboard has been updated successfully, and is rejected otherwise. You can use async/await alongside try/catch to handle the promise.
You can also use the writeText method to copy a quote and its author, like in the demo example. Just pass the text you want to put on the clipboard as the first argument and you are done.
The Clipboard API is a convenient way to interact with the system clipboard without having to install any JavaScript library. It's a native way to copy text to the clipboard, making it a great choice for web development.
Adding Convenience
Providing a way to easily copy text or data with a button or action gives visitors a smoother experience when interacting with your app.
Adding a confirmation notification, such as a little green checkmark on success, lets visitors know if their action was successful.
The best experiences ensure visitors get feedback from their actions.
Giving visitors a way to easily copy text or data with a button or action is a convenient way to interact with your app.
Consider implementing confirmation notifications to let visitors know if their copy action has failed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get clipboard content in js?
To get clipboard content in JavaScript, use the readText() method in the navigator.clipboard object. Simply copy the text from the clipboard to access its content.
Sources
- https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/API/Clipboard/write
- https://spacejelly.dev/posts/how-to-copy-to-clipboard-in-react
- https://phiilu.com/accessing-the-clipboard-in-javascript-using-the-clipboard-api
- https://stimulus.hotwired.dev/handbook/building-something-real
- https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/copy-text-to-clipboard-javascript/
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