Update & Delete Object Properties in JavaScript
JavaScript·1 min read·Jan 1, 2026
Update object properties
To add an additional property to an object after its creation or update an existing one, you can use the dot syntax as follows:
object.key = value;Or the square brackets syntax as follows:
object["property"] = value;Example
Let's consider this script:
create_user.js
let user = { firstName: "John"};user.lastName = "Doe";user["email"] = "jdoe@mail.com";console.log(user);Unlock the program 🚀
Pay once, own it forever.
€79
30-day money-back guarantee
- 13 modules
- 113 lessons with full-code examples
- 29 projects with commented solutions
- All future lesson and project updates
- Lifetime access
By submitting this form, you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.