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Struggling with missing permissions for `filesystem.readFile` in NeutralinoJS? Learn how to enable permissions and troubleshoot your app effectively.
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Missing Permission to Execute filesystem.readFile in NeutralinoJS? Here's How to Fix It!

If you’re a newcomer to NeutralinoJS and have recently faced the error message indicating "Missing permission to execute the native method: filesystem.readFile", you’re not alone. Many users have encountered this issue while trying to read the contents of a JSON file in their first applications. In this guide, we’ll break down the problem and explain how to resolve it step by step.

Understanding the Issue

When you try to use the Neutralino.filesystem.readFile method to read a file, you might encounter an error that looks something like this:

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This error indicates that your application lacks the necessary permissions to access the filesystem. The good news is that this is an easy issue to fix. Let’s dive into the solution.

Activating Permissions in NeutralinoJS

Step-by-Step Guide

Locate Your Configuration File:

Find the neutralino.config.json file within your project directory. This file contains the configuration settings for your NeutralinoJS application.

Edit the File:

Open neutralino.config.json in a text or code editor.

Modify the nativeAllowList:

You will need to grant permissions to the filesystem methods by including filesystem.* in the nativeAllowList section. Your configuration should look something like this:

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Save Your Changes:

After editing, make sure to save the neutralino.config.json file.

Summary of Changes

Here’s a concise summary of the changes made to the configuration file:

Permission Addition: Added filesystem.* to nativeAllowList.

Impact: This grants access to all methods under the filesystem namespace, including filesystem.readFile and filesystem.getStats.

Testing Your Application

After making the necessary changes, it is time to test your application:

Restart NeutralinoJS:

Since changes to the configuration file require a restart, ensure you restart your NeutralinoJS application.

Retest the Functionality:

Attempt to read the JSON file again using Neutralino.filesystem.readFile. If configured correctly, the error should be resolved, and your application should function as expected.

Conclusion

By following the outlined steps, you can successfully resolve the permission issue related to filesystem.readFile in NeutralinoJS. Remember to always check your configuration files if you encounter permissions issues in the future.

Feel free to share your experiences and additional questions in the comments below!