Audio pause()Method
Example
An audio clip with play and pause buttons:
var x = document.getElementById("myAudio");
function playAudio()
{
x.play();
}
function pauseAudio()
{
x.pause();
}
function playAudio()
{
x.play();
}
function pauseAudio()
{
x.pause();
}
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Definition and Usage
The pause() method stops (pauses) the currently playing audio or video.
Tip:This method is usually used together withplay()the play() method.
Tip:Use thecontrolscontrols property to display audio controls (such as on audio: play, pause, seeking, volume, etc.).
Browser Support
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All major browsers support the pause() method.
Note:Internet Explorer 8 or earlier browsers do not support this method.
Syntax
audioObject.pause()
Parameters
| None |
Return Value
| No return value. |
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