Question 1

How do I use slug in a browser without downloading a huge file?

Accepted Answer

Use browserify with the --ignore flag to exclude the Unicode table, reducing bundle size, but this limits Unicode support. Alternatively, generate slugs server-side to avoid client-side overhead, as suggested in the README.

Question 2

Does slug handle emojis and special symbols correctly?

Accepted Answer

Yes, slug converts emojis and Unicode symbols to English equivalents using a built-in charmap. For example, '☢' becomes 'radioactive', as shown in the README examples, ensuring URL-safe output.

Question 3

Is slug or slugify better for Node.js projects?

Accepted Answer

slug excels in Unicode symbol translation and RFC compliance, while slugify might offer more granular control over diacritics and language rules. Choose based on whether you prioritize symbol handling or broader linguistic features.

Question 4

How to change the separator from hyphens to underscores?

Accepted Answer

Pass the separator as the second argument, like slug('string', '_'), or set it in the options object. The README demonstrates this with slug('i ♥ unicode', '_') producing 'i_love_unicode'.

Question 5

Can I make slugs lowercase with slug?

Accepted Answer

Yes, enable lowercasing by setting the 'lower' option to true in the configuration. For instance, slug('☏-Number', {lower: true}) outputs 'telephone-number', as per the README example.

Question 6

What if I need to add custom translations for symbols?

Accepted Answer

Modify slug.charmap directly or provide a custom charmap in the options. The README shows an example where slug.charmap['♥'] is set to 'freaking love' for personalized mappings.

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