Audio currentTimeProperty
Example
Set the time position to 1 second:
document.getElementById("myAudio").currentTime = 1;
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Definition and Usage
The currentTime property sets or returns the current playback position of the audio (in seconds).
When setting this property, the playback will jump to the specified position.
Browser Support
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All major browsers support the currentTime property.
Note:Internet Explorer 8 or earlier browsers do not support this property.
Syntax
Return the currentTime property:
audioObject.currentTime
Set the currentTime property:
audioObject.currentTime=seconds
Property Values
| Value | Description |
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| seconds | Indicates the current playback position of the audio (in seconds). |
Technical Details
| Return value: | A number representing the current playback time (in seconds). |
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