Audio play()Method
Example
An audio 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 play() method starts playing the current audio.
Tip:This method is usually used together withpause()the method.
Tip:Usecontrolsthe attribute to display audio controls (such as play, pause, seeking, volume, etc.).
Browser Support
All major browsers support the play() method.
Note:Internet Explorer 8 or earlier does not support this method.
Syntax
audioObject.play()
Parameters
| None |
Return Value
| No return value |
Audio Object Other Extensions