jQuery delay()

The jQuery delay() method is used to delay the execution of functions in the queue. It is a best method to make a delay between the queued jQuery effects. The jQUery delay () method sets a timer to delay the execution of the next item in the queue.

Syntax:

speed: It is an optional parameter. It specifies the speed of the delay. Its possible vales are slow, fast and milliseconds.

queueName: It is also an optional parameter. It specifies the name of the queue. Its default value is "fx" the standard queue effect.

Let's take an example to see the delay effect:

Output:

jQuery delay() example with different values

Let's see a jQuery delay() effect example where we are using fast, slow and milliseconds values.

Output:

This example sets different speed values for the delay() method.