What is throttling?

Updated May 17, 2026

Short answer

Throttling limits function execution to fixed intervals.

Deep explanation

It ensures consistent execution rate regardless of call frequency.

Real-world example

Scroll event handling in web apps.

Common mistakes

  • Over-throttling causing lag.

Follow-up questions

  • When to use throttle?
  • Can debounce and throttle be combined?

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