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What are refs in React?

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Can you explain what refs are in React?

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MagicBuddy

Refs in React are a way to access DOM nodes or React elements directly. They provide a way to interact with the rendered elements.

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How do I create a ref in a functional component?

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MagicBuddy

You can create a ref using the useRef hook. For example: const myRef = useRef(null);.

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When should I use refs instead of state?

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MagicBuddy

Use refs when you need to access a DOM element directly or when you want to store a mutable value that doesn't trigger re-renders.

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Can you give me an example of using refs?

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MagicBuddy

Sure! Here's a simple example: <input ref={myRef} />. You can then access the input's value using myRef.current.value.

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