recently saw a question containing something like this.
from what i've tested, they return the same thing?
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What is the difference between :GetPlayers() and players:GetChildren()?
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The GetChildren() function is inherited by all instances, this includes objects such as Players, ReplicatedStorage, Lighting etc. And most objects you wouldn't normally think of as instances.
GetPlayers() on the other hand is only inherited by the Players object. I believe they've kept this function for backwards-compatability.
maybe read this, it might help.
https://developer.roblox.com/en-us/api-reference/function/Players/GetPlayers
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maybe read this, it might help.
https://developer.roblox.com/en-us/api-reference/function/Players/GetPlayers
'GetPlayers' is a more appropriate method. That and the method will strictly filter Player Instances.
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