Cannot find name 'fetch'

Question

I am able use fetch api newly created reactjs app. But I am using this template and it says cant find fetch api.

whats wrong here? I encounter smilar issues how can I fix it?

Answer 1

If you are using Typescript 2.8.0+ fetch is included in the standard lib.

You will need to use "--lib dom" or add "dom" in your tsconfig.json:

1. old ❌

{
  "compilerOptions": {
    "lib": ["dom"],
  }
}

2. new ✅

{
  "compilerOptions": {
    "lib": ["DOM"],
  }
}