Overview
df_debug_wrapper is a development tool for Flutter that overlays a customizable banner on any child widget, aiding in debugging during app development. The banner can display custom text, colors, and styles, making it easy to identify debug builds or specific states. It's designed to be lightweight and non-intrusive, ideal for temporary use in development environments. The package supports all major platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Use cases
- Identifying debug builds
- Highlighting development-only features
- Visual debugging during testing
- Tracking app state in real-time
- Quick UI feedback during development
Key features
- Customizable banner text and style
- Supports all Flutter platforms
- Easy integration with existing widgets
- Minimal performance impact
- Configurable visibility conditions
Suitable for
- Flutter developers in active development
- Teams needing visual indicators for debug mode
- Apps requiring temporary UI markers
- Debugging complex widget trees
- Rapid prototyping environments
Considerations
- Should be removed or disabled in production builds
- May interfere with UI layout if not positioned carefully
- Banner visibility should be controlled via build flags
- Not intended for end-user-facing features
- Requires manual setup for conditional rendering