Selector

usgb/sɪˈlektər/
noun

In a device or system, specially a computing system, a selector is a part that allows a user to choose one thing from several options.

The language selector on the website lets you choose your preferred language.
Visual representation of "selector" - In a device or system, specially a computing system, a selector is a part that allows a user to choose one thing from several options.

Often appears as...

  • css selector
  • jquery selector

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Technical Usage

Often used in IT and computing to refer to interactive interface elements.

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Please click the date selector to enter your birthday.
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Web Development

'Selector' commonly refers to HTML elements targeted by CSS or JavaScript.

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The CSS selector '#header' styles the header element of the webpage.
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