What is the difference between ‘import type’ and ‘import’ in TypeScript?

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TypeScript Professional — Medium

What is the difference between ‘import type’ and ‘import’ in TypeScript?

Accepted Answer

'import type' is erased at compile time, meaning it is only used for type checking and cannot be accessed at runtime. On the other hand, 'import' can bring in both types and values, making it suitable for runtime usage.