Set content function empties the component content
you shouldn't use the content property, use selectedComponent.components(str)
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I am trying to use the set function to change the content of a component, but actually the result is an empty component with nothing inside. This is an example with the code summarized Version used: 0.16.44 What is the expected behavior? The code executed should result in a component with text "foo" inside. What is the current behavior? The executed code empties the component content. In version 0.16.34 everything works as expected. Is there an workaround for this issue or should i stick with 0.16.34 verison ?
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you shouldn't use the content property, use selectedComponent.components(str)
Thanks for reporting this, @nairdapuiu. Great question about Set content function empties the component content. The recommended approach with Components is to use the event-driven API. Start here: Check the GrapesJS documentation for your specific module Look for the on() event listener method Mos...
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