The process of finding an Angular component by selector in later versions should be quite similar to the earlier versions.
In Angular, you can use `ViewContainerRef` and `ComponentFactoryResolver` to dynamically create and find components by their selector. Here's a general approach:
1. **Import Required Modules**:
Ensure you have imported the necessary modules in your component where you want to find the component.
```typescript
import { ComponentFactoryResolver, ViewContainerRef } from '@angular/core';
```
2. **Component Creation**:
To create a component dynamically, you can use the `ComponentFactoryResolver`. Here's an example of how to create a component dynamically:
```typescript
import { ComponentFactoryResolver, ViewContainerRef, ComponentRef } from '@angular/core';
export class YourComponent {
constructor(private resolver: ComponentFactoryResolver, private viewContainerRef: ViewContainerRef) {}
createComponent(componentType: Type<any>): ComponentRef<any> {
const factory = this.resolver.resolveComponentFactory(componentType);
return factory.create(this.viewContainerRef.injector);
}
}
```
3. **Find a Component by Selector**:
To find a component by its selector, you can query the DOM. You can use Angular's `Renderer2` to access the DOM. Here's an example:
```typescript
import { Component, ElementRef, Renderer2 } from '@angular/core';
@Component({
selector: 'app-your-component',
template: '<div>Your dynamic component</div>',
})
export class YourDynamicComponent {
constructor(private el: ElementRef, private renderer: Renderer2) {}
findComponentBySelector(selector: string): Element | null {
return this.el.nativeElement.querySelector(selector);
}
}
```
Please note that dynamically creating and manipulating components in Angular is a complex task and should be used with care. Ensure that the component you want to find is rendered in the view before attempting to query it. The approach might vary slightly depending on the specific requirements and structure of your application, so adapt the code to your needs as necessary. Also, be sure to check the documentation and updates for Angular 15 or the specific version you're using for any changes or new features.