Super expression must either be null or a function
I published the new 0.17.29 version on npm. Please try it and let me know if it fixes the issue.
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GrapesJS version
- I confirm to use the latest version of GrapesJS
What browser are you using?
Chrome v95
Reproducible demo link
can't reproduce on those links
Describe the bug
trying to import grapesjs in an ember app.
Code of Conduct
- I agree to follow this project's Code of Conduct
Answers (4)
I published the new 0.17.29 version on npm. Please try it and let me know if it fixes the issue.
Setup my new MBP and this happens to me as well. +1
@abozhinov are you talking about the 0.17.28 or 0.17.29?
Thanks for reporting this, @josh-fnbtech.
The issue with Super expression must either be null or a function appears to be a race condition or state management timing problem. This typically happens when component lifecycle events and DOM modifications overlap, creating an inconsistent state.
What to try:
- Add a setTimeout wrapper to ensure the DOM has settled:
setTimeout(() => {
// your operation here
}, 0);
-
Check initialization order — make sure components are fully loaded before you interact with them
-
Use the editor's event system — listen to completion events:
editor.on('component:mount', (component) => {
// safe to interact with component here
});
Recommended next steps:
- Test with the latest GrapesJS version if you haven't
- Provide a minimal reproducible example (CodeSandbox) — this helps the team identify the root cause faster
- Include GrapesJS version, browser, and console errors in your report
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