How to Add Boiler-Plate/Default Code Snippet in Ace.js Code Editor

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The Problem: Setting Up Default Code

Your Current Approach

In your existing setup, you’ve inserted the default code snippet directly in the HTML like this:

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While this method adds the code visually in the editor, it doesn't provide an ideal editing experience. Let’s look at a better approach.

Here’s How to Implement It:

Initialize the Ace Editor: First, ensure you have set up the Ace editor correctly in your JavaScript file.

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Use the setValue Method: Instead of setting code directly in the HTML, you will invoke the setValue method of the editor object to load your boilerplate code.

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Complete Example:

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Benefits of This Approach:

Dynamic Changes: Any changes to the boilerplate code can be updated directly in your JavaScript without modifying the HTML.

Cleaner Code: The HTML remains clean, as you're only loading the editor and not cluttering the HTML with initial code.

Enhanced User Experience: Users will see the expected boilerplate code immediately upon loading the page, enhancing their coding experience.

Conclusion