(this response pertains to the question posed in the title, rather than the specific code provided)
There are instances in modern web development where you can simulate a ternary operator using only CSS by incorporating an additional CSS variable. Here's an example:
left: calc(
0px * var(--myVariable)
+ 173px * (1 - var(--myVariable))
);
Ensure that --myVariable
is set to either 1
(to use the first value) or 0
(to use the second value).
This technique proves beneficial when dealing with complex calculations or when trying to avoid modifying the actual CSS property value.
1: This method is effective for situations involving calculations or toggling between a value and initial
. It is not suitable for arbitrary toggling between two distinct values (such as red
and blue
). The possibility of more generalized toggling may arise in the future if CSS introduces toggles or if
statements.