Question 1

How to handle file uploads or downloads in a WebUI app?

Accepted Answer

WebUI doesn't provide built-in file handling; you need to implement it in your backend logic using the communication protocol, and may require additional JavaScript for frontend interactions, which can be complex without examples.

Question 2

WebUI vs Tauri: which is better for lightweight desktop apps?

Accepted Answer

WebUI is generally lighter as it uses existing browsers, while Tauri bundles WebView runtimes, making apps more self-contained but larger. Choose WebUI if minimal footprint and portability are priorities, but Tauri offers more integrated features like bundling.

Question 3

Can WebUI apps run without an internet connection?

Accepted Answer

Yes, WebUI uses local web browsers and serves UI content from the backend, so no internet is required for basic functionality, as long as the browser is installed and can render HTML locally.

Question 4

How to package a WebUI app for distribution on Windows?

Accepted Answer

You need to compile the backend with the WebUI library, ensuring the executable is built statically or dynamically with proper linking, and instruct users to have a compatible browser installed, similar to traditional desktop apps.

Question 5

Is WebUI suitable for building commercial software?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with the MIT license, it's open for commercial use. However, the beta status and dependency on external browsers mean you should test thoroughly and consider potential user environment issues.

Question 6

How to debug the frontend JavaScript in WebUI?

Accepted Answer

Since WebUI uses real browsers, you can access the browser's developer tools, but this might require configuring the browser instance to allow debugging, which isn't detailed in the current documentation.

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