web api instance method
WakeLockSentinel: release() method
Secure context
The release() method of the WakeLockSentinel interface releases the WakeLockSentinel, returning a Promise that is resolved once the sentinel has been successfully released.
Syntax
release()
Parameters
None.
Return value
Returns a Promise that resolves with undefined.
Exceptions
No exceptions are thrown.
You should always listen for the release event to check if a wake lock has been released.
Examples
In this example, when a user clicks a button the WakeLockSentinel is released.
wakeLockOffButton.addEventListener("click", () => {
WakeLockSentinel.release();
});
Specifications
SpecificationsStandards references are available on the canonical MDN page.
Browser compatibility
Browser compatibilityCompatibility data is available on the canonical MDN page.