Overview
A Flutter plugin that enables users to select contacts directly from the native address book on Android and iOS devices. It provides a seamless, platform-native interface for contact selection, ensuring consistent user experience across platforms. The plugin integrates with the device's built-in contact system, allowing access to contact details such as names, phone numbers, and emails. It is designed for simplicity and reliability, making it ideal for apps requiring contact integration without building custom contact pickers.
Use cases
- Integrating contact selection in messaging apps
- Enabling user profile creation via contact import
- Facilitating quick contact sharing
- Supporting appointment scheduling with contact lookup
- Building CRM tools with contact retrieval
Key features
- Native contact picker UI on Android and iOS
- Access to contact details like name and phone number
- Simple API for contact selection
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Secure data handling with platform permissions
Suitable for
- Developers building communication apps
- Apps needing contact import functionality
- Tools for lead generation or networking
- Mobile forms requiring contact input
- Applications with user onboarding flows
Considerations
- Requires runtime permission on Android and iOS
- May not support all contact fields (e.g., photos)
- Depends on device's native contact database
- Limited customization of the picker UI
- Needs proper error handling for permission denials