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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?