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Python String lstrip() Method

❮ String Methods


Example

Remove spaces to the left of the string:

txt = "     banana     "

x = txt.lstrip()

print("of all fruits", x, "is my favorite")
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Definition and Usage

The lstrip() method removes any leading characters (space is the default leading character to remove)


Syntax

string.lstrip(characters)

Parameter Values

Parameter Description
characters Optional. A set of characters to remove as leading characters

More Examples

Example

Remove the leading characters:

txt = ",,,,,ssaaww.....banana"

x = txt.lstrip(",.asw")

print(x)
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❮ String Methods