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# Comparing JavaScript Remoting and \<apex:actionFunction>

The `<apex:actionFunction>` component also lets you call controller action methods through JavaScript.

In general, `<apex:actionFunction>` is easier to use and requires less code, while JavaScript remoting offers more flexibility.

Here are some specific differences between the two.

-   The `<apex:actionFunction>` tag:

    -   lets you specify rerender targets
    -   submits the form
    -   doesn’t require you to write any JavaScript
-   JavaScript remoting:

    -   lets you pass parameters
    -   provides a callback
    -   requires you to write some JavaScript