Uncaught TypeError Sticky Function

1. **Library Not Loaded**: Ensure that the jQuery Sticky plugin (or whichever library you're trying to use for the `sticky` method) is correctly loaded before your script that calls it. Check if the script is included in your HTML file and is loaded in the correct order.

<script src="https://code.jquery.com/jquery-3.6.0.min.js"></script>
   <script src="path/to/jquery.sticky.js"></script>

2. **Incorrect Initialization**: Make sure that you're initializing the sticky functionality after the DOM is fully loaded. If you’re using jQuery, wrap your code in a `$(document).ready()` function or use `$(function() { … })`.

$(document).ready(function() {
       this.$element.sticky();
   });

3. **jQuery Conflict**: If you are using multiple versions of jQuery, it may cause conflicts. Make sure you’re using only one version or manage the jQuery version using jQuery.noConflict().

4. **Element Not Found**: Ensure that `this.$element` is properly defined and references a valid DOM element. You can add a console log to check:

console.log(this.$element); // Check if it's a valid jQuery object

5. **Plugin Not Initialized**: If the plugin requires specific options or initialization, make sure you are following the documentation for the library you are using.

If you check these points and still face issues, feel free to share the relevant code snippets, and I can help further troubleshoot the problem!

### 1. **Verify jQuery Sticky Plugin**
Elementor does not include the `jQuery.sticky` plugin by default. If you are trying to use it in a custom widget or script, you must manually include the plugin.

– Download or link to the `jQuery Sticky` plugin:

<script src="https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/jquery.sticky/1.0.4/jquery.sticky.min.js"></script>

– If you’re enqueueing scripts in WordPress, add the following code in your theme's `functions.php`:

function enqueue_sticky_script() {
         wp_enqueue_script('jquery-sticky', 'https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/ajax/libs/jquery.sticky/1.0.4/jquery.sticky.min.js', array('jquery'), null, true);
     }
     add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', 'enqueue_sticky_script');

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### 2. **Check Widget Initialization**
Elementor widgets often use `this.$element` to refer to the widget’s root element. If you're using a custom script, ensure you’re calling `sticky()` on the correct element and after the widget is fully initialized.

Example of Elementor custom widget script:

jQuery(window).on('elementor/frontend/init', function() {
       elementorFrontend.hooks.addAction('frontend/element_ready/YOUR_WIDGET_NAME.default', function($scope) {
           $scope.find('.sticky-element').sticky(); // Ensure .sticky-element exists and is targeted
       });
   });

Replace `YOUR_WIDGET_NAME` with the name of your Elementor widget.

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### 3. **Ensure the DOM is Ready**
In Elementor, scripts might execute before all elements are fully rendered. To prevent this, use Elementor’s `frontend/element_ready` hook or ensure your script runs only when the element is ready.

Example:

jQuery(document).ready(function() {
       if (jQuery.fn.sticky) {
           jQuery('.your-sticky-element').sticky();
       } else {
           console.error('Sticky function not found.');
       }
   });

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### 4. **Debug Your Code**
– Check if `this.$element` or the target selector is valid.
– Ensure the `jQuery.sticky` plugin is loaded properly before your script executes.

Example:

console.log(jQuery.fn.sticky); // Check if the sticky function exists
   console.log(this.$element);   // Verify the element is correctly referenced

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### 5. **Alternative Approach**
Elementor includes its own sticky functionality (Pro version). Instead of using a custom script or plugin, you can achieve sticky behavior using the **Motion Effects** feature in Elementor Pro:
1. Select the element you want to make sticky.
2. Go to the **Advanced** tab in the Elementor editor.
3. Under **Motion Effects**, set **Sticky** to "Top".
4. Configure other options like offset, effects boundary, and devices.

If you're still facing issues, please share the exact implementation details, and I can help refine the solution further!