ByteString is a UTF-8 String that corresponds to the set of all possible sequences of bytes. ByteString maps to a String when returned in JavaScript; generally, it's only used when interfacing with protocols that use bytes and strings interchangably, such as HTTP.
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Web IDL The definition of 'ByteString' in that specification. |
Candidate Recommendation | Initial definition. |