Welcome to your go-to guide for creating the Keplr Wallet, the most powerful wallet designed for the Cosmos ecosystem and the Interchain. In this blog, we will discuss how to build the wallet’s browser extension and tackle any common issues you might face in the process.
Official Releases
Before diving into the building process, it’s essential to know where to find the official releases. You can download the latest versions of Keplr from the following links:
For help using Keplr Wallet, you can visit our User Support Site.
Building the Browser Extension Locally
Creating the Keplr Wallet locally requires following several steps meticulously. Here’s a breakdown of the requirements:
Requirements
- protoc v21.3 (recommended)
- Node.js v18+
Now let’s dive into the installation process:
Step-by-Step Installation
For macOS users with ARM architecture, the following script can be used:
sh
# Example script for mac arm64 user
curl -Lo protoc-21.3.zip https://github.com/protocolbuffers/protobuf/releases/download/v21.3/protoc-21.3-osx-aarch_64.zip
unzip protoc-21.3.zip -d $HOME/protoc
cp -r $HOME/protoc/include /usr/local
cp -r $HOME/protoc/bin /usr/local
After setting up protoc, clone the repository and build:
sh
yarn
yarn build
The build output can be found in apps/extension/build/manifest-v3. Note that this output is only compatible with Chrome. For support with other browsers, check for outputs in apps/extension/build/manifest-v2 or apps/extension/build/firefox.
Loading the Build Output on Chrome
For more detailed instructions on loading the build output on Chrome, visit the Chrome Developer page.
Understanding the Packages
The Keplr Wallet consists of various packages that each serve crucial functions. Here’s a friendly analogy:
Imagine you’re building a car. Each package represents a different part of the car:
- @keplr-wallet/background: This is the engine, powering everything behind the scenes.
- @keplr-wallet/cosmos: Think of this as the car’s wheels, allowing smooth travel across Cosmos SDK and Tendermint bases.
- @keplr-wallet/crypto: This is the key that starts the engine, ensuring all operations are secure and authenticated.
- @keplr-wallet/provider: This acts like the steering wheel, providing interfaces to communicate externally.
- @keplr-wallet/stores: This serves as the dashboard, giving you access to the car’s essential information.
Troubleshooting Ideas/Instructions
If you encounter any issues while building or running the Keplr Wallet, consider the following troubleshooting steps:
- Ensure you are using the recommended versions of Node.js and protoc.
- Check if there are any errors in your terminal during the
yarn buildprocess. - Consult the user support site for specific issues not covered in this guide.
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