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FAQs ​

Which platform should I build for? ​

  • EA if many users share the same data, or if you need roles or a backend.
  • SA for a personal tool inside the SA desktop app.
  • OS if the plugin should run in its own desktop window.

The Introduction compares the three platforms side by side.

What do I need to get started? ​

Node.js 18 or later, the installed Motanamy app, and the CLI (npm install -g motanamy-cli). Follow the Quick Start.

What languages and frameworks can I use? ​

The UI is written with Vue 3, PrimeVue and PrimeFlex on all platforms. EA plugins can also have a Node.js backend written with Express or NestJS (main.js).

mot dev says no app is linked ​

Run mot link add and point it at your installed app. To check, run mot link list.

How do I publish a plugin? ​

Add your token with mot token add, build with mot build (EA only), then run mot publish. See Publish to Store.

Where do I get an API token? ​

At core.motanamy.com → Settings.

How do I release a new version? ​

Add a new version folder (for example 1.1.0/), update version and versionNumber in setting.json, add a changelog entry to the README files, then publish again. See New versions.

Can I sell my plugin? ​

Yes. Set the yearly, monthly or one-time price in the cost field of your README frontmatter. See README files.

I'm still stuck ​

Contact support.