Question 1

How does Vue Page Stack compare to Vue's KeepAlive?

Accepted Answer

Vue Page Stack manages a complete page stack with automatic destruction of unused pages and re-renders on forward navigation, while KeepAlive caches components indefinitely with manual control via include/exclude. Page Stack is better for native-like navigation flows but less flexible for cache tuning.

Question 2

How to add page animations with Vue Page Stack?

Accepted Answer

Use the provided back and forward events to trigger custom CSS or JavaScript animations, since it's incompatible with Vue Transition. The demo code shows an example of attaching animation logic based on navigation direction.

Question 3

Does Vue Page Stack work with Vue Router 4?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's designed for Vue 3 and vue-router 4, as the installation requires a router instance. Ensure you use the Vue 3 version, as there's a separate branch for Vue 2.

Question 4

Can I preserve form data across navigation with Vue Page Stack?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it caches page state including form inputs, so when navigating back, forms retain their content without re-rendering, enhancing user experience in data-heavy apps.

Question 5

What are common pitfalls when using Vue Page Stack?

Accepted Answer

Watch for bugs with router.go and browser refresh, which have been fixed in recent versions. Also, avoid using Transition components and ensure your navigation flows align with a stack model to prevent unexpected behavior.

Question 6

Is Vue Page Stack suitable for large apps with many routes?

Accepted Answer

It manages a stack that scales with navigation depth, destroying unused pages to limit memory. However, for apps with deeply nested or complex routing, the strict stack order might not fit all scenarios, so test thoroughly.

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