

Htmx "essentials" - 4 or 5 attributes?
5 snips Jan 10, 2025
Discover the four essential attributes of HTMX that power effective interactions: HXGet, HXTrigger, HXTarget, and HXSwap. Dive into how these key components facilitate smooth AJAX calls and dynamic DOM manipulation. There's also a discussion on the potential inclusion of HXPost for database updates, emphasizing the versatility and functionality of these foundational tools. Tune in for insights that enhance your web development skills!
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Getting Started with htmx
- Start with
hx-get
to make AJAX calls; it sets default values for target, trigger, and swap. - Clicking a div with
hx-get
replaces its content with the server response.
Controlling Interactions with hx-trigger
- Use
hx-trigger
to control when HTMX interactions occur, such as clicks, polling, or mouse hovers. - It allows you to define a wide range of events by using various event attributes.
Targeting Content with hx-target
hx-target
specifies where to place the AJAX response, using CSS selectors.- Leaving it blank targets the element with the
hx-get
attribute.