@vue/shared provides core utility functions and data structures shared across various Vue.js packages, encompassing reactivity, template compilation, and runtime. It includes type checking, string manipulation, and general-purpose tools fundamental to Vue's internal workings. While not intended for direct use in most Vue applications, understanding its contents can improve comprehension of Vue's architecture and contribute to plugin development.
The @vue/shared package saw frequent releases between September 2020 and November 2024, with peaks in September 2021 and January 2024. After November 2024, releases became less frequent. In 2025, releases have trickled, and the latest version is 3.5.21 in September. The package experienced periods of no releases, usually spanning a month or two.
@vue/shared npm package downloads show a consistently increasing trend from March 2024 to August 2025, rising from 20.9 million to 50.3 million. September 2025 downloads are at 9.2 million, but the month is not yet complete, so it could significantly change. Overall, there is a strong upward growth pattern.
