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How to Use jQuery’s .select() Method

jQuery’s .select() method is not a super popular or commonly used jQuery event method, but it can be very useful. A select event occurs when text within a text area or text input field is selected (highlighted) by a user using the cursor. Basically, the only time you would use it is if you want […]
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jQuery Bubbling Text Effect

This tutorial will demonstrate how to use CSS, jQuery, and JavaScript to create a really simple and cool text effect where it appears as though there are bubbles forming behind the text. After forming, the bubble float above the text before they disappear. This tutorial was inspired by a code snippet that originally appeared on […]
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Using jQuery to Get Page Load Time

If you ever find yourself needing to know how long it takes for one of your pages to load, we’ve got the snippet for you. There are many reasons you might want to understand how long a page load takes — doing this might especially appeal to developers who have got their pages loaded with […]
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Add Pagination to HTML Table Using jQuery

Paging helps present data in a clean and elegant way and it can also improve the page load time. It helps by dividing extensive data into separate pages so that it can easily fit in the UI. In this post, we’ll learn how to add pagination to your HTML table element with the help of […]
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How to Increase Conversion Rates with Ouibounce

One surefire way to increase conversion rates on your landing pages is to include some sort of pop-up, be it one that appears as soon as your user visits the page, or an exit pop-up that appears when the user is going to leave the page (usually this type of pop-up is activated when the […]
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How to Use Media Queries with jQuery

The evolution of smartphones and tablets has forced website owners to integrate mobile/tablet friendly (or responsive design) techniques. The creation of responsive design websites has subsequently evolved with new tools and frameworks. Media queries play an important role to create a responsive design as it allows content rendering to adapt to conditions such as screen […]
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