Prevent to submit page when refreshing page using javascript

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How can I force refresh a page using javascript? But without resubmitting the form or prevent the confirmation message that says resending the information I previously submitted.

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I need to accomplish this to prevent double entry of records. Thanks in advance.

I'm using window.location.reload()

You should post your full submit code. What language are you submitting to? How are you processing the post data? — Kai Qing
– Kai Qing, Commented Oct 31, 2012 at 1:00
I'm using ASP. There is an alert message before form submission, that's why I cannot use ASP to reload the page or else the alert message does not show. — abc
– abc, Commented Oct 31, 2012 at 1:06

Skpd · Accepted Answer · 2012-10-31 01:01:59Z

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You can force change method to get by using window.location.reload(true) or window.location.href = window.location.href.

answered Oct 31, 2012 at 1:01

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abc Over a year ago

window.location.href = window.location.href did work. Thank you so much

scunliffe · Accepted Answer · 2012-10-31 01:00:49Z

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Your previous page was the result of a POST action.

The best practice is to do an HTTP 302 redirect after the post to a "clean" URL (eg a GET).

This ensures that the post action isn't performed twice accidentally and the warning goes away.

answered Oct 31, 2012 at 1:00

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