How to add long space between two words

[Puneet4418]

Hi,

How can I add a long space between two words in the script. Mentioned below is the code line where I am trying to add the space.

gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString()+' '+"-"+test;

Current output --> message -test

Required output --> message     -test

[Astik Thombare]

Hi @Puneet4418 ,

Method 1: Using Multiple Regular Spaces

This method is straightforward and works in most scripting languages:

gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + '        ' + "-" + test;

Replace ' ' with the desired number of spaces to create the long space. This approach is simple and reliable.

Method 2: Using a Non-Breaking Space Entity

This method utilizes a special HTML entity code to represent a non-breaking space, ensuring the space remains even if the line wraps:

gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + ' ' + "-" + test;

Here, ' ' represents a non-breaking space. This method can be useful when you need to control spacing across different environments.

gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + '     ' + '-' + test;

This will add five non-breaking spaces between the `message` and `-test`.

Alternatively, if you want a more customizable solution, you can use `String.prototype.repeat()` to specify exactly how many spaces you want:

var spaces = ' '.repeat(10); // Adjust the number of spaces as needed
gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + spaces + '-' + test;

This will add ten regular spaces between `message` and `-test`.

Choosing the Right Method:

• If you only need a long space for visual formatting within your script, multiple regular spaces are sufficient.
• If you require consistent spacing regardless of line wrapping or potential HTML rendering, the non-breaking space entity is a better choice.

Additional Considerations:

• Some scripting languages might have built-in functions for adding long spaces or non-breaking spaces. Check your language's documentation for such functions.
• Consider using a consistent approach for adding long spaces throughout your script for better readability and maintainability.

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[Astik Thombare · Accepted solution]

Hi @Puneet4418 ,

Since you are dealing with a formatter field in ServiceNow, regular spaces or HTML entities may not work as expected. Instead, you can use a Unicode character for a non-breaking space or a different approach to ensure the spaces are visible. Here's a revised approach using Unicode non-breaking spaces:

var spaces = '\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0'; // 5 non-breaking spaces
gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + spaces + '-' + test;

If you need a longer space, you can adjust the number of \u00A0 accordingly. Alternatively, you can use a different Unicode character that provides a wider space, such as the em space (\u2003), which is wider than a regular space

You can repeat the em space character to achieve the desired length:var wideSpaces = '\u2003\u2003\u2003\u2003\u2003'; // 5 em spaces

gr.comments = msg.getValue('message').toString() + wideSpaces + '-' + test;

Using these Unicode characters should ensure that the spaces appear correctly in the formatter field in ServiceNow.

I checked it in my PDI and it is working fine 

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[SandraK]

Hi @Puneet4418,

you can add a /t to your string: msg.getValue('message').toString()+'\t '+“-”+test;
This inserts a tab between the words.

Kind regards

Sandra