Advanced Features (1/5)
How do you use bind:this with DOM elements?

    `bind:this` in Svelte allows you to get a reference to a DOM element or a component instance so you can interact with it programmatically.

    You can bind a DOM element to a variable using `bind:this`. The variable will hold a reference to the element after the component mounts.

    Example: Focus an Input Element

    With the bound reference, you can read or modify properties, call methods, or integrate with third-party libraries.

    Example: Changing Text Content
    Tips for using bind:this safely:
    • Use `bind:this` only when you need direct DOM access; prefer reactive Svelte patterns when possible.
    • Avoid manipulating the DOM in ways that conflict with Svelte's reactivity.
    • Use meaningful variable names to clarify which element is being referenced.
    • Remember that the variable is `undefined` until the element is mounted.