Python String lstrip() Method
Example
Remove Leading Spaces from String:
txt = " banana "
x = txt.lstrip()
print("of all fruits", x, "is my favorite")
Definition and Usage
The lstrip() method removes all leading characters (whitespace is the default leading character to be removed).
Syntax
string.lstrip(characters)
Parameter Value
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| characters | Optional. A set of characters to be removed as leading characters. |
More Examples
Example
Remove Leading Characters:
txt = ",,,,,ssaaww.....banana"
x = txt.lstrip(",.asw")
print(x)
