# Array.first

## Function

Returns the first element of the array.

## Syntax

```bt
array.first()
```

## Parameters

None.

## Return value

| Type | Description |
| ------ | ------ |
| Any | The first element; an empty array returns empty. |

## Code Example

```bt
result = [1, 2, 3].first()

// Output: 1
print result
```

## Notes

- The original array is not modified.