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# jQuery Miscellaneous each() Method
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## Example
Output the text of each `` element:
$("button").click(function(){
$("li").each(function(){
alert($(this).text());
});
});
[Try it yourself »](#)
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## Definition and Usage
The `each()` method specifies a function to run for each matched element.
**Tip:** Returning `false` can be used to stop the loop early.
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## Syntax
$(_selector_).each(function _(index,element)_)
| Parameter | Description |
| :--- | :--- |
| function _(index,element)_ | Required. The function to run for each matched element. * _index_ - The index position of the selector. * _element_ - The current element (can also use the "this" selector). |
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