Location replace() Method

## JavaScript Reference

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## JavaScript Objects

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## Browser Objects

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# Location replace() Method

Location Object

## Example

Replace the current document:

location.replace("http://www.w3schools.com");
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## Definition and Usage

The replace() method replaces the current document with a new one.

The difference between this method and assign(), is that replace() removes the URL of the current document from the document history, meaning that it is not possible to use the "back" button to navigate back to the original document.

Tip: Use the assign() method if you want to load a new document, and the option to navigate back to the original document.

## Browser Support

The replace() method is supported in all major browsers.

## Syntax

location.replace("newURL")

## Parameter Values

Parameter | Type | Description
--- | --- | ---
newURL | String | Required. Specifies the URL of the page to navigate to

## Return Value

No return value.

Location Object

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