A package for Canva's Apps SDK that provides utility methods.
@canva/platform is an npm package for Canva's Apps SDK. It provides utility methods that are useful for a broad range of apps. For example, the requestOpenExternalUrl method opens an external web page.
Note: To get up and running with the Apps SDK, check out the quick start guide.
npm install @canva/platform-
Import a method or namespace from the
@canva/platformpackage:import { getPlatformInfo } from '@canva/platform';
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Call a method, passing in the required arguments (if any):
getPlatformInfo();
The Apps SDK is made up of the following packages:
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@canva/app-ui-kit- React-based component library for creating apps that mimic the look and feel of Canva. -
@canva/asset- Provides methods for working with assets, such as image and video files. -
@canva/design- Provides methods for interacting with the user's design, such as creating elements. -
@canva/error- Provides aCanvaErrorclass for handling errors. -
@canva/platform- Provides utility methods, such as a method for opening external links. -
@canva/user- Provides methods for accessing user data and authenticating users.
We're actively developing this package but are not currently accepting third-party contributions. If you'd like to request any changes or additions to the package, submit a feature request via the Canva Developers Community.
See the LICENSE.md file.