Why Doesn't My `onclick` Attribute Call My `clear()` Function?

Why can't I call a function named clear from an onclick attribute?

When trying to clear a text field using the "onclick" attribute, you may encounter an issue where the function call doesn't work. To understand the problem, it's important to consider the nature of intrinsic event attributes like "onclick."

Intrinsic event attributes operate using the "with" statement, which is advised against due to its potential for bugs and compatibility issues. As a result, the "clear()" function is not being called in the global scope and instead, the browser attempts to call "document.clear()."

To resolve this, you can either:

• Rename the function: Change the function name to a unique identifier to avoid conflicts with native JavaScript methods or properties.
• Explicitly call window.clear(): Call the function explicitly using "window.clear()" to ensure it executes in the global scope.

A more robust solution is to use the "addEventListener" method to bind event handlers. This provides greater flexibility and eliminates the potential issues associated with intrinsic event attributes.

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