JavaScript Data Grid Handsontable API reference
Welcome to Handsontable's API reference. Our goal is to make it easy to dive in and start coding from day one.
However, data grids are rather complex libraries, so we assume that you possess a certain level of expertise in JavaScript before moving forward. If you want to grab some basics, we have provided a JavaScript example in the demo section.
The API enables you to control the data grid programmatically. With this API, you can:
- Configure options
- Use methods to programmatically control the grid
- Use Handsontable hooks to react to what's happening with the grid or change built-in behavior
- Introduce new integrations
- and more
This reference comprises four sections:
Core
The Handsontable class controls the essential aspects of the data grid.
Hooks
Handsontable hooks are events that fire whenever a specific action occurs within the instance of Handsontable.
Options
These are the settings available to be registered for the Core features, in addition to those provided by plugins.
Plugins
The plugins extend the capabilities of Handsontable.
Getting help
If you need help using the API reference, please contact our Support (opens new window).
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