Background
I am currently developing a Vue application using the Composition API in TypeScript, encountering an issue that I have been unable to resolve. Despite my efforts, I am struggling to articulate the problem or find a solution. (For reference, I am utilizing Vite and VS Code in this project.)
Within a TypeScript file, I have defined various elements such as types, interfaces, enums, classes and functions intended for global use.
Presently, in every other .vue
or .ts
file, I am burdened with lengthy import statements to access the contents of this file. This approach has become cumbersome.
Is there a method to make the contents of this shared file accessible globally without the need for importing?
Attempted Solutions
- Exploring Vue's global properties
Although not recommended or documented for projects that utilize the Composition API with
script setup
(which is my case), this option does not seem suitable for enums, types, or classes.
- Investigating Vue's provide/inject or composables features
This approach essentially mirrors traditional imports, adding an extra layer of complexity. Unless there is something I am overlooking.
- Importing the file in
main.ts
, then extending the global scope usingdeclare global {}
to circumvent TypeScript errors
I am uncertain if this practice is advisable or even functional. My attempts to implement it were futile, especially regarding classes where error messages like
persisted.Declaration or statement expected
- Utilizing option 3 exclusively for types while relying on traditional imports for everything else
Ultimately, I resorted to segregating types in this manner, making the workflow slightly more manageable. However, I desire a solution that encompasses enums as well.
In Summary...
Is there a recommended approach to enable seamless accessibility to various entities from a single file across an entire project, eliminating the necessity for repetitive import statements?
Edit for Clarity:
I acknowledge the drawbacks of polluting the global object. Thus, I seek alternatives that do not involve this practice, yet alleviate the need for extensive import declarations.
I am aware of feasible solutions:
- The Rollup inject plugin automatically manages necessary imports based on a predefined configuration file
- unplugin-auto-import simplifies auto-importing APIs through preset lists
These tools facilitate universal usage without requiring explicit availability declarations. (I personally utilize the latter tool but encountered difficulties implementing the former with Vite.) How can I achieve a similar outcome for local helpers and utilities existing within a file?