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2.3.4.44 onselect

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onselect of type Function

Occurs when the current selection changes. By default, moves the selection to a given character and highlights that selection.

To invoke, move the mouse from character to character during a drag selection, or press the SHIFT key while moving the cursor over text.

  • Bubbles: No

  • Cancelable: Yes

  • Context Info: None

The onselect attribute extends the HTMLBodyElement interface

See also onselectstart.