By default components are created using table in my demo project but the demo uses flex property to create components
https://github.com/GrapesJS/grapesjs/discussions/5163#discussioncomment-6162516
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GrapesJS version
- I confirm to use the latest version of GrapesJS
What browser are you using?
Version 112.0.5615.49 (Official Build) (x86_64)
Reproducible demo link
https://jsfiddle.net/shomeelconovo/k7L2rthg/1/
Describe the bug
I need help with something regarding the grapes.js. I have created a project and whenever I put a component in Canvas, every component has display : table property by default. However I have tried in grapes.js official demo, and every element has display : flex by default in their demo. What could be the issue and why the local project has different properties by default?
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Answers (2)
Thanks for reporting this, @shomeel.
The issue with By default components are created using table in my demo project but the demo uses flex property to create components 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 β make sure components are fully loaded before you interact with them
-
Use the editor's event system β 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) β this helps the team identify the root cause faster
- Include GrapesJS version, browser, and console errors in your report
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