htmx 4

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· Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Simplifies the approach to adding attributes to HTML tags for dynamic features. Now uses fetch(). Makes it easy to implement features like infinite scroll, form post, search as you type, polling, and streaming responses. Still pretty minimal (11kb) and no dependencies.

Tradeoffs

Lots of attributes littered all over your HTML, but that is the point.

Is htmx 4 a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2026-09-10. Summary updated .

Who it’s for

Developers who want to add dynamic features to HTML

Why consider it

It simplifies the approach to adding attributes to HTML tags for dynamic features

Keep in mind

It can result in lots of attributes in the HTML

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