How to get build and version number of Flutter app

Question

I am currently developing an application which is currently in beta mode. Due to this, I would like to show them what version they are on. For example, "v1.0b10 - iOS". So far, I have got this code: Text("Build: V1.0b10 - " + (Platform.isIOS ? "iOS" : "Android")). How would I be able to get the build version and number within flutter?

Answer 1

You can get the build and version number of a Flutter app by using the package_info plugin. Here's how to do it:

First, add the package_info plugin to your pubspec.yaml file:

dependencies: package_info: ^2.0.0

Next, import the package_info package in your Dart file:

import 'package:package_info/package_info.dart';

Finally, call the PackageInfo class to get the build and version numbers:

PackageInfo packageInfo = await PackageInfo.fromPlatform(); String version = packageInfo.version; String buildNumber = packageInfo.buildNumber;

Now you can use these variables to display the version and build number in your app. Here's an example:

Text("Build: v$version.$buildNumber - " + (Platform.isIOS ? "iOS" : "Android"))

This will display the version and build number in the format you specified: "v1.0b10 - iOS".

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