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string-width

v8.3.0LOW Risk

Get the visual width of a string - the number of columns required to display it

A90/100
Install Command
npm install string-width
orpnpm add string-width
Typosquat Defense
Authentic Name

No similarity to known typosquatting targets.

Lifecycle Scripts
Clean Execution

Zero preinstall or postinstall arbitrary execution hooks.

License Type
MIT

Permissive open-source license. Safe for enterprise & proprietary software.

Package Specifications

Unpacked Size
11.7 KB
Dependencies
2
Maintainers
1
Last Published
Sep 24, 2026
View on npmjs.comGitHub Repository

Direct Dependencies (2)

strip-ansi ^7.1.2get-east-asian-width ^1.5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is string-width safe to use in production?
string-width received a Security Grade of A (90/100) with a risk evaluation of LOW. It contains zero malicious postinstall scripts.
What license does string-width use?
string-width is licensed under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE). This is a permissive open-source license suitable for commercial applications.
How do I install string-width?
Install it via NPM using: npm install string-width, or via PNPM: pnpm add string-width, or Yarn: yarn add string-width.