PHP implode() Function
Example
Combine array elements into a string:
<?php
$arr = array('Hello','World!','I','love','Shanghai!');
echo implode(" ",$arr);
?>
Definition and Usage
The implode() function returns a string composed of array elements.
Note:The implode() function accepts two parameter orders. However, due to historical reasons, explode() is not, you must ensure that separator Parameter in string .
Note:Parameters of the implode() function must be specified before the separator The parameter is optional. However, for backward compatibility, it is recommended that you use two parameters.
Note:This function is binary safe.
Syntax
implode(separator,array)
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| separator | Optional. Specifies the content placed between array elements. The default is "" (empty string). |
| array | Required. The array to be combined into a string. |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | Returns a string composed of array elements. |
| PHP Version: | 4+ |
| Update Log: | In PHP 4.3.0,separator Parameters become optional. |
More Examples
Example 1
Separate array elements with different characters:
<?php
$arr = array('Hello','World!','I','love','Shanghai!');
echo implode(" ",$arr)."<br>";
echo implode("+",$arr)."<br>";
echo implode("-",$arr)."<br>";
echo implode("X",$arr);
?>
