This is an experimental technology
Because this technology's specification has not stabilized, check the compatibility table for usage in various browsers. Also note that the syntax and behavior of an experimental technology is subject to change in future versions of browsers as the specification changes.
The illuminance property of the AmbientLightSensorReading interface returns a Number indicating the current light level.
Syntax
var level = AmbientLightSensorReading.illuminance
Value
A Number indicating the current light level.
Example
// TBD
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Ambient Light Sensor The definition of 'illuminance' in that specification. |
Editor's Draft | Initial definition. |
Browser Compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari (WebKit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | 54.0 | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Feature | Android | Android Webview | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | Firefox OS | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile | Chrome for Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | No support | 54.0 | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | 54.0 |