freeCodeCamp/guide/english/certifications/javascript-algorithms-and-data-structures/regular-expressions/match-non-whitespace-characters/index.md

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Match Non-Whitespace Characters

Match Non-Whitespace Characters

Hint 1

• A global flag will help you get through this challenge.

Hint 2

• Try using a shorthand character for S non-whitespace.

Spoiler Alert!! Solution Ahead!

Solution

javascript
let sample = "Whitespace is important in separating words";
let countNonWhiteSpace = /\S/g; // Change this line
let result = sample.match(countNonWhiteSpace);

## Explanation

* The `\S` shorthand character is a shortcut for non-whitespace. The regular expresssion returns the number of characters that match it.