In the Chrome Developer Tools console, the order of JavaScript contexts is determined by the sequence in which you open or execute code in different contexts. By default, new contexts are added to the end of the list, and the context that you interacted with most recently is placed at the top.

However, you cannot manually reorder the JavaScript contexts in the console directly. The order is managed by Chrome, and there is no built-in feature to rearrange the contexts.

If you want to interact with a specific JavaScript context, you have a few options:

  1. Switching Contexts Manually: To interact with a specific JavaScript context, you can switch between contexts using the drop-down menu in the console. The drop-down menu lists all available contexts, and you can select the one you want to interact with.

  2. Labeling Contexts: Chrome allows you to label or name a context using the //@sourceURL comment in your code. When you label a context, it will appear with the specified name in the drop-down menu, making it easier to identify and switch between different contexts.

    For example:

    javascript
    //@sourceURL=my_context // Your code here

    When you execute this code in the console, it will be labeled as "my_context" in the drop-down menu.

  3. Using the with Statement: In the console, you can use the with statement to switch to a specific context temporarily. The with statement changes the default scope, allowing you to interact with properties and variables from the specified context.

    For example:

    javascript
    with(my_context) { // Now you can interact with properties and variables from the "my_context" context }

Remember that working with multiple contexts in the console can be confusing, and it's essential to keep track of the context you are currently interacting with to avoid unexpected behaviors. Additionally, be cautious when using the with statement, as it can lead to unintended side effects and should be used with care.

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