By Vishal Basumatary in javascript — Mar 25, 2023

React Javascript Builtin Hooks Import bug

As a web developer, I have come across bugs and issues while working with React JavaScript. One such problem that I faced was related to importing built-in hooks in my project.

When using the built-in hooks such as useState, useEffect, useContext, etc., I encountered an error that said "hooks can only be called inside the body of a function component."

The Reason for the Error

After some exploration, I found that the error occurred because I was using the hooks outside the functional component body, which is not allowed in React.

The correct way of using the hooks is to call them inside the functional component body.

The Solution

To fix this issue, I had to make sure that I was calling the hooks only within the component body. Additionally, I had to make sure that my React version was up-to-date and that there were no conflicting dependencies.

Also, I had to check the import statements for these built-in hooks. The correct syntax for importing the built-in hooks is:

import React, { useState, useEffect, useContext } from 'react';

This syntax imports the required hooks from the 'react' package and makes them available for use within the component body.

Conclusion

If you encounter a similar error while working with built-in hooks in React, make sure to check your import statements and ensure that you are calling the hooks within the component body.

By following these steps, you can resolve any issues related to importing built-in hooks in your React project.