Question 1

How to install vue-focus-lock for Vue 3?

Accepted Answer

For Vue 3, install version 3+ via npm or yarn (e.g., `npm install vue-focus-lock@3`). The README specifies separate versions for Vue 2 and Vue 3 to ensure compatibility and avoid breaking changes.

Question 2

vue-focus-lock vs focus-trap-vue which is better?

Accepted Answer

vue-focus-lock emphasizes browser-native focus management and minimal API, while focus-trap-vue might offer more features like focus restoration. Choose vue-focus-lock for simplicity and native behavior, but evaluate based on your project's need for automatic focus return.

Question 3

How to temporarily disable vue-focus-lock?

Accepted Answer

Use the disabled prop to toggle focus trapping without altering the component tree. For example, set `:disabled="isLocked"` to control it dynamically based on state, as mentioned in the API section.

Question 4

Can vue-focus-lock handle nested modal dialogs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports nested locks where only the deepest or active lock functions, preventing focus from escaping. This is useful for layered modals without conflicts, as described in the behavior section.

Question 5

How to remove focus guards in vue-focus-lock?

Accepted Answer

Set the noFocusGuards prop to 'tail' to remove the trailing guard, allowing tabbing into the address bar. The README warns this may cause page scrolling side effects, so use it cautiously.

Question 6

Does vue-focus-lock work with Vue state management like Pinia?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it integrates seamlessly with Vue state management as a standard component. You can control props like disabled or group using reactive state from Pinia or Vuex for dynamic focus management.

Question 7

How to restore focus after closing a modal with vue-focus-lock?

Accepted Answer

Since vue-focus-lock doesn't handle focus restoration, manually save the previously focused element (e.g., using document.activeElement) and restore it on unlock. This requires extra code, as noted in the limitations.

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