CSSPrimitiveValue.getStringValue()
Deprecated
This feature is no longer recommended. Though some browsers might still support it, it may have already been removed from the relevant web standards, may be in the process of being dropped, or may only be kept for compatibility purposes. Avoid using it, and update existing code if possible; see the compatibility table at the bottom of this page to guide your decision. Be aware that this feature may cease to work at any time.
The getStringValue() method of the
CSSPrimitiveValue interface is used to get a string value. If this CSS
value doesn't contain a string value, a DOMException is raised.
Syntax
var stringValue = cssPrimitiveValue.getStringValue();Return value
A string value.
Exceptions
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
DOMException |
An INVALID_ACCESS_ERR is raised if the CSS value doesn't contain a
string value. |
Example
var cs = window.getComputedStyle(document.body);
var cssValue = cs.getPropertyCSSValue("display");
console.log(cssValue.getStringValue());Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Document Object Model (DOM) Level 2 Style Specification The definition of 'CSSPrimitiveValue.getStringValue' in that specification. |
Obsolete | Initial definition |
Browser compatibility
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