Nuxt•11mo ago

addImportsDir does work for types but doesn't work at runtime

I wanted that in my Nuxt module, the enums defined in the module are defined globally in the application, so I added "addImportsDir(resolve('./runtime/enums'))" in the setup function of defineNuxtModule, but although it works for types with typescript, in runtime I have errors like "ReferenceError: __unimport_MyEnum is not defined"

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 8:53 AM

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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 8:53 AM

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Based on the information provided in the knowledge sources, it appears that there isn't enough specific information to directly address your issue with and enums in a Nuxt module. However, I can provide some relevant information and suggestions based on the available documentation.

The function is part of Nuxt Kit and is used to add imports from a directory to the Nuxt application. According to the Nuxt Kit documentation, this function should automatically import all files from the specified directory and make them available in the Nuxt application without the need to import them manually.

However, the error you're encountering suggests that there might be an issue with how the imports are being processed at runtime. This could be related to how Nuxt handles auto-imports for different types of files or declarations.

Here are a few suggestions that might help:

Ensure that your enums are exported correctly in your files.
You might need to adjust your module's configuration to explicitly handle enum imports. The Nuxt documentation on components shows how to use with various options. While this is for components, a similar approach might be needed for enums.
Consider using the
```
imports
```
```
imports
```
configuration in your
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
file to specify custom directories for auto-imports, as mentioned in this Stack Overflow answer:

If the issue persists, you might need to manually import the enums in the files where they are used, at least as a temporary workaround.

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 8:53 AM

It's also worth checking if there are any specific requirements or limitations for auto-importing enums in Nuxt, as the documentation doesn't explicitly mention handling of enum types.

If these suggestions don't resolve the issue, you might want to consider reporting this as a potential bug to the Nuxt team, as it could be a limitation in how handles enum types specifically.
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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 8:53 AM

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MobyrOP•2/7/25, 9:49 AM

@kapa.ai

Yes
doesn't work, the enums are in a package
Don't want to do this
?

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 9:49 AM

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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 9:50 AM

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I apologize for the confusion in my previous response. Let me address your points based on the available information:

I'm glad we've confirmed that the enums are exported correctly.
You're right, the
```
imports
```
```
imports
```
configuration in
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
won't work for enums in a package. This method is more suitable for local directories.
Understood. Manual importing is not the solution you're looking for.
Regarding specific requirements or limitations for auto-importing enums in Nuxt, the knowledge sources don't provide explicit information about this.

Given that your enums are in a package and is not working as expected at runtime, there might be a limitation in how Nuxt handles auto-imports for enums from external packages.

The Nuxt documentation on auto-imports from third-party packages suggests a possible approach:

This method allows you to specify exactly which exports from your package should be auto-imported. However, please note that this is typically used for composables, and it's not clear if it will work for enums.

If this doesn't resolve the issue, it might indeed be a limitation or bug in how Nuxt handles enum auto-imports from packages. In this case, the best course of action would be to report this issue to the Nuxt team. They would be able to provide more specific guidance or consider addressing this in future updates.
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MobyrOP•2/7/25, 10:00 AM

@kapa.ai now I have duplicated imports, I think addImportsDir worked but is malfunctioning, is this a Histoire issue?

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 10:00 AM

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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 10:01 AM

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Based on the information provided in the knowledge sources and our previous conversation, it appears that you're encountering an issue with duplicated imports. This is likely not a Histoire-specific issue, but rather a problem related to how Nuxt is handling auto-imports.

The knowledge sources contain information about a similar issue with duplicated imports in Nuxt. According to the Github pull request #29971, Nuxt has implemented a warning system for cases where imports from defined presets are overridden.

This pull request adds a console warning if composables or utils override some imports from the defined presets. The warning message looks like this:

It's possible that you're experiencing a similar issue with your enums. The function might be working, but it could be conflicting with other auto-imports or predefined imports in your Nuxt application.

To address this issue, you could try the following:

Check your console for any warnings similar to the one mentioned above. These warnings might give you more information about which imports are being duplicated.
If you see such warnings, consider renaming your enum exports to avoid conflicts with existing imports.
You might also want to check if there are any other modules or configurations in your Nuxt application that could be causing conflicting imports.
If the issue persists, it would be helpful to report this as a bug to the Nuxt team, providing a minimal reproduction of the problem.

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 10:01 AM

Remember, as mentioned in the Github issue #30290, duplicated imports can sometimes occur due to conflicts between different modules or plugins. In that case, the warning message looked like this:

If you're seeing similar warnings, it might help to identify which imports are conflicting and from where they're being imported.
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MobyrOP•2/7/25, 10:51 AM

@kapa.ai when i am using addImportsDir in my module setup, should I set a particular export in my package.json ?

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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 10:51 AM

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Based on the knowledge sources provided, there isn't specific information about setting a particular export in

package.json

package.json

when using in a module setup. However, I can provide some relevant information that might be helpful.

The function is part of Nuxt Kit and is used to add imports from a directory to the Nuxt application. According to the Nuxt Kit documentation, this function should automatically import all files from the specified directory and make them available in the Nuxt application without the need to import them manually.

Regarding the

package.json

package.json

file, the Nuxt documentation on package.json doesn't mention any specific export settings related to . The minimal

package.json

package.json

for a Nuxt application typically includes dependencies and scripts, but doesn't require any special export configurations for auto-imports to work.

However, if you're creating a Nuxt module that uses , you might want to ensure that your module is properly set up. The Nuxt Kit documentation on defining modules shows how to create a module using . This function allows you to define a setup function where you can use .

If you're still experiencing issues with , it might be worth checking if there are any conflicts with other auto-imports or if there are any specific requirements for the files you're trying to import. Unfortunately, the provided knowledge sources don't contain more specific information about

package.json

package.json

configurations related to .

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 10:51 AM

If the problem persists, you might want to consider reporting this as an issue to the Nuxt team for more specific guidance.
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MobyrOP•2/7/25, 11:02 AM

@kapa.ai my package is installed like that "myModule" : "link:..\", this can causes issues ?

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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 11:02 AM

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Based on the information provided in the knowledge sources and our previous conversation, using a local link for your package installation can indeed potentially cause issues, especially when it comes to auto-imports and module resolution in Nuxt.

The Nuxt documentation on publishing layers mentions that when using git remote sources or npm packages as layers, there can be limitations in accessing dependencies outside of Nuxt. While your case is slightly different (using a local link), it's possible that similar issues could arise.

Specifically, the documentation states:

"Bear in mind that if you are extending a remote source as a layer, you will not be able to access its dependencies outside of Nuxt. For example, if the remote layer depends on an eslint plugin, this will not be usable in your eslint config. That is because these dependencies will be located in a special location () that is not accessible to your package manager."

In your case, using a local link () might cause Nuxt to have difficulties resolving the module and its dependencies correctly. This could potentially lead to issues with auto-imports, including the problems you've been experiencing with .

To mitigate these issues, you could try the following:

Instead of using a local link, consider publishing your module to npm (even if it's a private package) and installing it as a regular dependency. This might help Nuxt resolve the module more reliably.

kapa.ai•2/7/25, 11:02 AM

If you need to continue using the local link for development purposes, you might need to explicitly configure Nuxt to recognize and properly resolve the linked module. This could involve adjusting your
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
```
nuxt.config.ts
```
file to include the module's path in the resolution process.
Ensure that all necessary dependencies are properly declared in both your main project and the linked module's
```
package.json
```
```
package.json
```
files.

If these suggestions don't resolve the issue, it would be advisable to report this as a potential bug to the Nuxt team, providing details about your setup with the locally linked module and the specific issues you're encountering with auto-imports.
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kapa.ai•2/7/25, 11:02 AM

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MMobyr I wanted that in my Nuxt module, the enums defined in the module are defined glo...

nexoscreator•2/7/25, 6:45 PM

Try using instead of . Since you're importing an entire directory, Nuxt might not be handling the enums properly at runtime. Explicitly importing each enum using should resolve the issue.

MobyrOP•2/7/25, 6:47 PM

i have about one hundred enums lol, the code will be ugly

MobyrOP•2/7/25, 6:47 PM

but thanks I will try that