The toLocaleString() method returns a string representing the object. This method is meant to be overridden by derived objects for locale-specific purposes.
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Syntax
obj.toLocaleString()Return value
A string representing the object.
Description
Object's toLocaleString returns the result of calling toString().
This function is provided to give objects a generic toLocaleString method, even though not all may use it. See the list below.
Objects overriding toLocaleString
Array:Array.prototype.toLocaleString()Number:Number.prototype.toLocaleString()Date:Date.prototype.toLocaleString()
Specifications
Browser compatibility
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| Feature | Chrome | Edge | Firefox | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | Yes | Yes | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Feature | Android webview | Chrome for Android | Edge mobile | Firefox for Android | Opera Android | iOS Safari | Samsung Internet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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