clipboard_manager

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The clipboard_manager package is a Flutter plugin that enables copying text to the device's clipboard. It provides a simple and reliable way to interact with the system clipboard, allowing developers to programmatically set text content for sharing across apps. Designed for ease of use, it supports basic clipboard operations without requiring complex setup. The package is particularly useful in applications where users need to quickly copy information like links, codes, or messages. It integrates seamlessly into Flutter projects and works across platforms, though specific platform support may vary.

Use cases

Copying generated codes or links
Sharing text between app and system
Enabling quick copy actions in forms
Integrating with share functionality
Supporting user-generated content sharing

Key features

Simple API for clipboard operations
Cross-platform compatibility
No additional permissions required
Lightweight and easy to integrate
Supports text-only clipboard content

Suitable for

Apps needing text copy functionality
Tools for code or link sharing
User interfaces with copy buttons
Educational or productivity apps
Quick data transfer features

Considerations

Limited to text-only content
Platform-specific behavior may vary
No built-in paste functionality
Requires manual error handling
Depends on underlying system clipboard access

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simple flutter plugin to copy text to clipboard in both android and ios.

Install

Add clipboard_manager to your dependencies list in pubspec.yaml file

dependencies:
  flutter:
    sdk: flutter

  # The following adds the Cupertino Icons font to your application.
  # Use with the CupertinoIcons class for iOS style icons.
  cupertino_icons: ^0.1.2
  clipboard_manager: ^0.0.1

Run flutter packages get from your root project
import the package by import 'package:clipboard_manager/clipboard_manager.dart';

Usage

ClipboardManager.copyToClipBoard("your text to copy").then((result) {
                        final snackBar = SnackBar(
                          content: Text('Copied to Clipboard'),
                          action: SnackBarAction(
                            label: 'Undo',
                            onPressed: () {},
                          ),
                        );
                        Scaffold.of(context).showSnackBar(snackBar);
                      });

Example

the plugin comes with an simplest example app. run it to see it in working.

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