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patch-package for Mac

Fix broken node modules instantly

Quick answer: patch-package is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install patch-package. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 2 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What patch-package is

patch-package is a command-line tool for macOS: fix broken node modules instantly.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. The project is open source and lives at https://github.com/ds300/patch-package.

How to install patch-package

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install patch-package.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install patch-package on Mac?

Run brew install patch-package in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is patch-package open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does patch-package run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is patch-package?

It was installed 2 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #10650 in this catalogue.

What version of patch-package is current?

The latest packaged version is 8.0.1.