adding-ipc-handlers

Name: adding-ipc-handlers
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Author: Latch

Adds structured IPC channels to Electron apps with validation and error handling.

2|Updated Feb 26, 2026

Search Tags:#communication #electron #ipc #ipcMain #ipcRenderer

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npx skills add https://github.com/latchagent/latch-core --skill adding-ipc-handlers

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Skill: adding-ipc-handlers
Source: https://github.com/latchagent/latch-core/tree/main/.agents/skills/adding-ipc-handlers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/latchagent/latch-core --skill adding-ipc-handlers

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured process for adding new IPC channels in Electron applications, ensuring secure and maintainable communication between the main and renderer processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured IPC Communication: Offers a systematic way to add new IPC channels, adhering to a four-step process.
Channel Naming Convention: Defines a standard for channel naming (latch:<module>-<action>).
Return Shape Consistency: Ensures handlers return a consistent { ok: boolean; error?: string; ...data } object.
Use Case: When adding new features that require renderer-to-main or main-to-renderer communication.

Quick Start

To add a new IPC channel for feature X, follow these steps: 1. Define the method signature in src/types/index.ts. 2. Expose the method in src/preload/index.ts. 3. Register the handler in src/main/index.ts. 4. Call the method from the renderer using window.latch?.method?.().

Frequently Asked Questions about adding-ipc-handlers

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How do I add a new IPC channel in Electron?▼

To add a new IPC channel in Electron, follow a four-step structured process: define the method signature, expose it in the preload script, register the handler in the main process, and call it from the renderer process.

What is the standard naming convention for Electron IPC channels?▼

The standard naming convention for Electron IPC channels is `latch:<module>-<action>`, which ensures consistent and maintainable communication patterns between the main and renderer processes.

How should IPC handlers return data to the renderer process?▼

IPC handlers should return a consistent object shape containing an `ok` boolean, an optional `error` string, and the requested data payload, ensuring reliable payload validation and error handling across cross-process communication.

When do I need to use IPC communication in an Electron app?▼

You need to use IPC communication in an Electron app when adding new features that require secure cross-process communication, specifically for sending requests from the renderer process to the main process or vice versa.

Does this structured IPC approach handle payload validation and errors?▼

Yes, this structured IPC approach requires proper handling of IPC methods, including strict payload validation and error handling, to ensure secure communication between the main and renderer processes during feature extensions.