Audio play() method

Definition and Usage

play() method to start playing the current audio.

Tip:This method is usually used with pause() method together.

Tip:Please use controls attribute Display audio controls (such as play, pause, search, volume, etc.).

Example

Audio player with play and pause buttons:

var x = document.getElementById("myAudio"); 
function playAudio() { 
  x.play(); 
} 
function pauseAudio() { 
  x.pause(); 
}

Try It Yourself

Syntax

audioObject.play()

Parameters

None.

Return Value

No Return Value.

Browser Support

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