What is debounce and throttle?

Updated May 6, 2026

Short answer

They limit function execution frequency.

Deep explanation

Debounce delays execution; throttle limits execution rate.

Real-world example

Search input optimization.

Common mistakes

  • Using debounce for real-time updates.

Follow-up questions

  • When to use throttle?
  • Difference between both?

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