How do 'Template Literal Types' enable string-safe pattern matching?

Updated May 4, 2026

Short answer

They allow for pattern matching and dynamic string generation at the type level.

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They use JS template string syntax to create new unions. This bridges the gap between dynamic string-based APIs and static safety, allowing for typed CSS properties or event names[cite: 1].

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