JavaScript Tutorial
JavaScript Ternary (Conditional) Operator: All Types with Examples
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- What is the Ternary Operator in JavaScript?
- Why is it Called the Ternary Operator?
- Types of JS Ternary Operators
- How the Ternary Operator Works: Step-by-Step
- Advantages of the Ternary Operator
- Limitations of the Ternary Operator
- When to Use the Ternary Operator in JavaScript
- Best Practices for Using the Ternary Operator
FAQs on JavaScript Ternary Operator
The ternary operator is a shorthand for if-else statements that evaluates a condition and returns one of two values.
The syntax is: condition ? expressionIfTrue : expressionIfFalse.
Yes, you can nest ternary operators, but it is not recommended as it reduces readability.
The if-else statement is more suitable for complex logic, while the ternary operator is ideal for simple, one-liner conditions.
Yes, you can use it to call or return a function.
The performance difference is negligible. The main advantage is cleaner code.
Avoid using it when the condition is complex or when nested ternary operations make the code hard to read.
