Element(s) Insertion Methods of Lists

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Lists are an essential data structure in Python that allow us to store and manipulate collections of values. One of the key features of lists is their ability to add or insert elements at specific positions. There are three primary methods for inserting elements into a list: append(), extend(), and insert(). Each of these methods has unique characteristics and advantages, making them useful in different situations.

The "append()" method:

  • The append() method is used to add an element to the end of a list in Python. It takes one argument, which is the value to be added to the list.
  • The append() method is the simplest and most efficient way to add a single element to the end of a list.

The "extend()" method:

  • The extend() method adds elements from an iterable (such as a list or a tuple) to the end of the list. The elements are added in the order in which they appear in the iterable.
  • The extend() method is useful for adding multiple elements to the end of a list, particularly when those elements are contained in another iterable.

The "insert()" method:

  • The insert() method is used to add a single element at a specific position in the list. It takes two arguments: the index at which the element should be inserted, and the value of the element itself.
  • The insert() method is useful for adding elements at specific positions within a list, such as when reordering or rearranging elements.

Note:

  • It is important to note that these three methods do not return a new list, but rather modify the original list in place.
  • The main difference between the methods is that append() adds a single element to the end of the list, extend() adds elements from an iterable to the end of the list while insert() adds a single element at a specific index.
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