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How to Target the Code Contained in a Prism.js Script Using jQuery

Prism.js is a lightweight syntax highlighter that makes it easy to present code snippets beautifully on your web pages. However, when you want to display both the visual rendering of a code snippet and the raw code itself, you might run into challenges. This guide addresses a common question: How can I target the code contained in a Prism.js script?

The Problem

When building interactive code displays using Prism.js, you often want a way to toggle between the visual output of the code and the actual source code. You might be looking for a way to show a button that says "Run Code" and, upon clicking it, display the code or the visual output accordingly. However, implementing this can sometimes lead to issues where the expected behavior isn't achieved.

Let’s break down the solution step-by-step.

The Solution

Step 1: Basic HTML Structure

To prepend functionality, you need a solid HTML setup. Here’s a simple example structure you could start with:

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In this structure:

A button (with class flip) toggles the output.

A div with class result will show the rendered output.

Another div with class code contains the actual code.

Step 2: Use jQuery to Enable Toggling

Now, let’s write some jQuery code to bring it all to life:

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Explanation:

The .result div is initially hidden to prevent displaying the output before the user clicks the button.

On clicking the button, we check its text. If it says "Run Code", we grab the corresponding code from the code block, hide the code section, and show the result.

If it says "See the code", we reverse the operation.

Step 3: Further Enhancements

While the above code provides the basic functionality, you might also consider enhancing your setup by keeping both the visual rendering and your actual code in the result div. This can be achieved with a slightly modified jQuery code:

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Full HTML & JavaScript Example

Here’s a complete example of how your HTML document could look:

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Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully toggle between displaying code using Prism.js and showing rendered output dynamically. This enhances the user experience and makes your coding guides or presentations much more interactive. If you encounter any issues or have further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out in the comments below!