What does the error "Uncaught SyntaxError: Cannot use import statement outside a module" indicate in Webflow?

The error message "Uncaught SyntaxError: Cannot use import statement outside a module" indicates that you are trying to use the ES6 import statement in a context where it is not allowed.

In Webflow, this error typically occurs because Webflow does not support the use of ES6 modules directly in the custom code editor. ES6 modules are a way of organizing and importing/exporting JavaScript code, and they are typically used in modern web development workflows.

To resolve this error in Webflow, you have a few options:

1. Wrap your code in IIFE: Immediately Invoked Function Expression (IIFE) is a common way to encapsulate your code in a function, which can help avoid conflicts and keep your code organized. Wrapping your code in an IIFE will ensure that your import statements are enclosed within a function scope. Here's an example:

(function() {  // Your code goes here, including any import statements})();

1. Use a different approach for importing code: If you need to import code from other JavaScript files, you can use alternative methods, such as <script> tags with the src attribute to include external scripts. For example:

<script src="path/to/your/script.js"></script>

1. Transpile your code: If you want to use ES6 modules in Webflow, you can transpile your code using a tool like Babel. Transpiling converts your ES6 JavaScript code into ES5 code that is compatible with older browsers and environments, which can be used in Webflow. With Babel, you can include a build step in your workflow that compiles your code before deploying it to Webflow.

Overall, the "Uncaught SyntaxError: Cannot use import statement outside a module" error in Webflow indicates that you are trying to use ES6 modules in a context where they are not supported. By wrapping your code in an IIFE, using alternative import approaches, or transpiling your code, you can resolve this issue and ensure that your code runs smoothly in Webflow.

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