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This API is available on Firefox OS for privileged or certified applications only.
Summary
The clear method is used to remove ALL the contacts from the device's contact database.
Syntax
var instanceOfDomRequest = window.navigator.mozContacts.clear();
Return value
A DOMRequest object to handle the success or error of the operation.
Example
var request = window.navigator.mozContacts.clear();
request.onsuccess = function () {
console.log('All contacts have been removed.');
}
request.onerror = function () {
console.log('No contacts were removed.');
}
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts Manager API The definition of 'Contacts Manager API' in that specification. |
Working Draft | First Working Draft (unstable) |
| vCard Format Specification | IETF RFC | RFC 6350 |
Browser compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| basic support | No support | No support | No support | No support | No support |
| Feature | Android | Chrome for Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| basic support | No support | No support | 18.0 | No support | No support | No support |