Browser DevTools extension for debugging Svelte applications.
Svelte DevTools - Browser DevTools extension
Svelte DevTools is a browser DevTools extension for the open-source Svelte JavaScript framework, allowing deep insights and inspection of Svelte component hierarchies in real-time. It offers a zero-configuration setup, real-time component tree visualization, interactive state inspection, and dark mode support, and is open source and community-driven.
Extension stats
Manifest V3
Permissions:
- activeTab
- scripting
Host permissions:
- *://*/*
Size: 60.02K
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Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
User reviews
Pros
- Powerful tool for debugging Svelte applications with editable props.
- Incredible integration of Svelte code directly in the DevTools.
- Great for quickly debugging complex object arrays.
- Positive user feedback highlighting its utility and effectiveness.
Cons
- Does not work with Svelte 5, causing issues for users trying to use the latest version.
- Frequent reports of the tool not detecting Svelte apps, particularly on specific setups like SvelteKit or Vite.
- Limited functionality compared to alternatives like Vue DevTools.
- Challenges reported on various systems including Chromebooks and other browsers.
Most mentioned
- Not working with Svelte 5
- No Svelte app detected
- Integration issues with SvelteKit or Vite projects
User reviews
Good tool but doesn't work with latest release (Svelte 5).
by
Lukas, 2025-02-05
vite 6, svelte 5. Doenst work.
by
A Z (tuesandt), 2025-01-29
Lack of proper dev tools makes it hard to take Svelte serious. Does not work with 5 and what works with 4 is lacklustre compared to vue devtools for example.
by
Emiel van der Hooft, 2025-01-21
Extension safety
Risk impact
Svelte DevTools requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood
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