Scratch

Returns a persistent data structure for storing and manipulating keyed values, scoped to the current shortcode.

Syntax

SHORTCODE.Scratch

Returns

maps.Scratch

Deprecated in v0.139.0

Use the SHORTCODE.Store method instead.

This is a soft deprecation. This method will be removed in a future release, but the removal date has not been established. Although Hugo will not emit a warning if you continue to use this method, you should begin using SHORTCODE.Store as soon as possible.

Beginning with v0.139.0 the SHORTCODE.Scratch method is aliased to SHORTCODE.Store.

Last updated: May 28, 2026 : content: Replace "scratch pad" with clearer data structure terminology (8875ef7fe)

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