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Vue Cli Plugin Electron Builder

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Updated: 3 Feb 2023
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Easily Build Your Vue.js App For Desktop With Electron

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Overview:

Vue CLI Plugin Electron Builder is a tool that enables developers to easily build Vue.js applications for desktop platforms using Electron. By integrating with Vue-CLI 3 or 4, this plugin simplifies the process of building desktop applications, allowing developers to focus on creating their Vue.js app with added desktop functionalities.

Features:

  • Easy Integration: Seamlessly integrate Electron builder with Vue-CLI 3 or 4 projects.
  • Build for Desktop: Build Vue.js applications for desktop platforms such as Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Development Server: Start a development server with a simple command for testing.
  • Build Commands: Easily build the Vue.js app for desktop deployment.
  • Support and Documentation: Access to a community of supporters and detailed documentation.

Installation:

To get started with Vue CLI Plugin Electron Builder, follow these steps:

  1. Open a terminal in the directory of your app created with Vue-CLI 3 or 4.
  2. Install and invoke the generator of vue-cli-plugin-electron-builder by running:
    vue add electron-builder
  3. To start a development server:
    • If using Yarn, run:
      yarn electron:serve
    • If using NPM, run:
      npm run electron:serve
  4. To build your app:
    • With Yarn, run:
      yarn electron:build
    • With NPM, run:
      npm run electron:build

Summary:

Vue CLI Plugin Electron Builder simplifies the process of building Vue.js applications for desktop platforms by integrating Electron with Vue-CLI projects. With easy installation steps, development server initiation, build commands, and community support, developers can efficiently create desktop applications with their Vue.js skills.