Set select option "selected", by value

📝💡💬 Hey there! Selecting an option from a <select> field using its value can be a bit tricky, especially if you're new to jQuery. But don't worry, I'm here to help! 😄✨

🔎 The Problem: You have a <select> field with multiple options, and you want to programmatically select a specific option using its value. In this case, you want to select the option with the value of val2. But how can you achieve that without tearing your hair out? 🤔

💡 The Solution: Fortunately, jQuery comes to the rescue with its powerful selector and method combination. Here's how you can select the desired option with ease:

$('select option[value="val2"]').prop('selected', true);

Let's break it down step by step:

1. $() is a jQuery selector that selects the desired element(s). In this case, we're selecting the <option> element with the value of val2. To be more precise, we're targeting select elements with an option child element that has the attribute value="val2".

2. .prop('selected', true) sets the selected property of the matched element(s) to true, effectively selecting the option.

📝 Example Usage: Using the provided HTML snippet, here's how you can select the option with the value val2:

$('.id_100 select option[value="val2"]').prop('selected', true);

✅ The option with the value val2 should now be selected!

💡 Extra Tips:

• If you want to deselect all options, you can use .prop('selected', false) instead.

• If you're working with dynamic options, make sure you execute the selection code after the options have been populated.

Now it's your turn to try it out! 😎

✨ Check out the live demo and experiment with selecting different options:

jsfiddle.net/9Stxb

Got a question or facing an issue? Feel free to ask in the comments below! Let's dive into the world of option selection together! 🎊🌟

💬 Your Turn: Have you ever faced a similar issue while working with <select> fields and jQuery? How did you solve it? Share your thoughts, experiences, or any other tips you might have in the comments below! Let's learn from each other! 🚀💡

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