Question 1

What is a yarn.lock file?

Accepted Answer

A `yarn.lock` file is automatically generated by Yarn (a package manager for Node.js) to lock down the versions of your project's direct and indirect dependencies. This ensures consistent installs across different environments and developers. It uses a custom text format.

Question 2

How do I use this viewer?

Accepted Answer

Click the "Open Local File" button to select a `yarn.lock` file from your device. Its content will be displayed as plain text.

Question 3

Does this tool resolve or install dependencies?

Accepted Answer

No, this viewer only displays the text content of the `yarn.lock` file. It does not interact with Yarn or manage your project's dependencies.

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