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How to Filter Data in an Angular Table Easily

When working with Angular applications, particularly those that handle data in a table format, you may encounter a common requirement: filtering the data based on user input. This can be particularly useful for enhancing user experience, allowing users to quickly find the information they need without sifting through excess data. In this guide, we'll go over how to effectively implement filtering in an Angular table.

Identifying the Problem

As a new Angular developer, you might find yourself in a situation where you have a data table, and you want to filter the data displayed in each column.

For instance, let's consider a scenario where you have a text column, and you want to filter the rows based on input from the user. If a user types "Xxx", the application should return only the rows where the corresponding column contains "Xxx".

This task involves two main points:

Capturing user input.

Updating the displayed data accordingly.

Implementing the Solution

To achieve this filtering functionality, you need to have both your HTML template and TypeScript code properly configured. Below is a clear step-by-step explanation of how to implement filtering in your Angular application.

Step 1: Update the HTML Template

In your HTML, you'll want to create an input element within the header that captures user input. Here's how to set it up:

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Breakdown of the Code:

input: This specifies that the user can enter text to filter the table.

(input)="filterColumn1($event.target.value)": This part is crucial! It ensures that every time the user types a character in the input field, it calls the filterColumn1 method in your component and passes the current value of the input.

Step 2: Modify your TypeScript Component

Next, you’ll need to update your TypeScript logic to apply the filter. Ensure you have a place to hold your filtered results. Here’s an example:

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Explanation of the Code:

filteredData: This variable holds the filtered results. You can use it to display only the data that meets the filter criteria.

filterColumn1(value: string): This method takes the user input (value) and filters myTemplateView to create a new array that only includes items where column1 contains the input.

Resetting the Filter

If you want to reset the filter when the input is cleared, make sure that you update it correctly after each user input. If you simply clear the input, filterColumn1 will receive an empty string, and all items should be displayed.

Final Touch

After following these steps, whenever the user types in the input field, the list will automatically update to display only the relevant rows. This enhancement ensures that your application remains efficient and user-friendly.

Conclusion

Filtering data in an Angular table is a straightforward process. By creating an input in your HTML and linking it to a filtering function in your TypeScript code, you can provide a smooth and responsive experience for your users. As you get more familiar with Angular and TypeScript, you will find many more ways to enhance your applications!

Feel free to implement these changes in your project, and you’ll be on the right track to mastering data handling in Angular.