React Multi-Ref Utility

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library 1.0.2 ·javascript
verified May 27, 2026

react-multi-ref is a lightweight utility library designed to simplify managing references to multiple, dynamically created React elements. It addresses a common challenge in React development where developers need to collect and interact with a collection of DOM nodes or component instances, especially when dealing with lists or forms. The current stable version is 1.0.2, indicating a mature and stable API. As a utility, its release cadence is likely slow, focusing on stability rather than frequent feature additions. Key differentiators include its simplicity, providing a `Map`-like interface to access refs by a custom key, and its explicit support for both functional components (via `useState`) and class components, with integrated TypeScript and Flow type definitions for enhanced developer experience. It avoids the complexities of managing arrays of refs manually or relying on less explicit methods.

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