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Learn how to easily switch button colors in JavaScript by creating a function that toggles between blue and red on click.
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How to Create a JavaScript Function that Toggles Button Colors

In web development, interactive elements like buttons enhance user experience significantly. One common requirement is to change the color of a button when it is clicked — for instance, switching from blue to red and back again. If you’re wondering how to achieve this using JavaScript, you’re in the right place. Let’s explore together how to create a simple function that allows you to toggle button colors seamlessly.

The Problem: Button Color Toggle

You want to create a button that does the following:

Initially displays in blue color.

Changes to red upon clicking it.

Switches back to blue when clicked again.

This interactive behavior can greatly enhance your web application’s usability and aesthetic appeal. Now, let’s get straight into the solution.

The Solution: Step-by-Step Implementation

Step 1: Setting Up the HTML Structure

First, create a basic HTML structure that includes the button. Here’s a sample markup using a button element with an onclick event.

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Step 2: Adding CSS Styles

Next, you will need to define some styles for your button. In the <style> tag, we define:

.round: for rounded edges and text color.

.blue: to set the button's initial color to blue.

.red: to change the button's color to red upon clicking.

Step 3: Implementing the JavaScript Function

In the <script> section, implement the function that handles the button click. This function checks the current color of the button and toggles it accordingly:

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Explanation of the JavaScript Code

Get the Button Element: We use document.getElementById('btn') to retrieve the button by its ID.

Check Button Color: if(btn.classList.contains('blue')) checks if the button has the blue class.

Toggle Classes:

If it is blue, we remove the blue class and add the red class.

If it is not blue (implying it’s red), we switch back to blue.

Final Code Snippet

Here’s how your complete HTML page should look:

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Conclusion

Creating a toggle effect for button colors with JavaScript is simple and effective. With a few lines of code, you can enhance your website's interactivity and keep users engaged. Whether you're a beginner or looking for a quick reference, this method is reliable for creating dynamic UI components. Try experimenting with different colors and styles to see what works best for your application!