Installing Mermaid.js
Last updated August 9, 2024
Mermaid.js is a powerful JavaScript library that allows you to create diagrams and flowcharts directly in your files. It's super easy to use and integrate into your projects. This guide will walk you through the steps for installing Mermaid.js on your system.
Installation Methods
There are several ways to install and use Mermaid.js in your projects:
- Using npm (Node Package Manager): This is the most common method for developers using JavaScript frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- Open your terminal or command prompt.
- Type the following command: `npm install mermaid`
- This will install the Mermaid.js package in your project's dependencies.
- Using yarn: Another package manager for JavaScript.
- Open your terminal or command prompt.
- Type the following command: `yarn add mermaid`
- This will add Mermaid.js to your project's dependencies.
- Using a CDN (Content Delivery Network): If you don't want to install Mermaid.js locally, you can use a CDN to include it in your HTML file.
- In your HTML file, add the following script tag within the `<head>` section:
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