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Discover how to fix the `video-source` tag problem in Angular 15 when using property binding. Learn to dynamically create the `source` tag for your video player!
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Solving the Angular 15 Video-Source Tag Issue with Property Binding

When building applications with Angular, you may encounter peculiar challenges, especially when it comes to integrating HTML5 elements like video players. A common issue arises when you try to use Angular's property binding for video sources, which can create confusion if you've experienced it directly. In this post, we'll unravel the mystery behind this problem and guide you through a clear solution.

The Problem Defined

Imagine that you've built a video player in your Angular application. You initially test it using a hard-coded URL, and everything works flawlessly:

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However, when you switch to using property binding with a dynamic value, like so:

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Things take a turn for the worse—your video fails to play even though both URLs appear identical in the Chrome Dev Tools! This scenario can be frustrating because it seems like it should work, but it doesn't.

Why It Happens

The crux of the issue lies in how browsers interpret the src attribute during page load. When you use hard-coded values, the browser evaluates it correctly on page load. However, with Angular's property binding, especially when the value is dynamically sourced, the timing of this evaluation can lead to the src not being set properly before the video element initializes.

Solution Approach

After troubleshooting, it was discovered that the best resolution involves using Angular's Renderer2 service to create the <source> tag dynamically. This solution ensures that the src attribute is assigned correctly at the right time in the component lifecycle.

Step-by-Step Guide to the Solution

Import Renderer2: First, you'll need to import Renderer2 and ElementRef from Angular core.

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Inject Renderer2 and ElementRef: In your component’s constructor, inject Renderer2 and ElementRef.

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Use ngOnInit Lifecycle Hook: Implement the ngOnInit lifecycle method to create the <source> tag dynamically and append it to your <video> element.

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Bind the property: Ensure that your property variable is correctly set to the URL you want to use before the ngOnInit method is invoked.

Benefits of This Approach

Asynchronous Handling: By dynamically creating and appending the <source> tag, you avoid issues with timing and loading.

Increased Flexibility: This method allows greater control over the video player, enabling you to modify or extend functionality easily in the future.

Conclusion

By using Renderer2 to dynamically create the <source> tag for your video player, you're able to leverage Angular's powerful binding features while overcoming browser quirks. This approach not only resolves the immediate issue but also enhances the robustness of your video player implementation.

If you’ve encountered this problem, or if you’re looking to improve your Angular development skills, implementing this solution will be immensely beneficial. Leave a comment below if you have any questions or insights about working with media in Angular!