How do I set timeout settings in JavaScript?

How do I set timeout settings in JavaScript?

In JavaScript, you can use the setTimeout function to execute code after a specified delay. For example: setTimeout(() => { console.log('Hello!'); }, 1000); will log 'Hello!' after 1 second.

Can I cancel a timeout once it's set?

Yes, you can cancel a timeout using the clearTimeout function. You need to store the timeout ID returned by setTimeout. For example:

const timeoutId = setTimeout(() => { console.log('Hello!'); }, 1000);
clearTimeout(timeoutId);

What about using intervals instead of timeouts?

For repeated execution, you can use setInterval. It works similarly to setTimeout, but it continues to execute the function at specified intervals until you clear it with clearInterval.

Can you give me an example of using setInterval?

Sure! Here's an example:

const intervalId = setInterval(() => { console.log('This will run every 2 seconds'); }, 2000);
// To stop it, use clearInterval(intervalId);