Document collection (array of type) return value and parameter in JSDoc

Question

How to document Array return value (and parameters) in JSDoc when array elements can be either of the following:

• A type (e.g. String,

Answer 1

Although you may find that the guidance given in some of the other answers works for you, I prefer this syntax:

/**
 * @return {Array} ...
 */

And in comparison to the guidance others have offered, I think this is closer to your expectation based on the example you give in your question.

Here's great source for information on JSDoc: https://wiki.servoy.com/display/public/DOCS/JSDoc+Annotations