TypeError: Cannot read property 'stop' of undefined
Hi @rajnishrao please try to update to the latest version. In case you still face the problem, open a new issue and include a reproducible demo.
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I am using GrepeJS in a React project.
When I enter in preview mode and press browser back button, preview mode does not exit. However, when I click on the eyeball it throws errors "TypeError: Cannot read property 'stop' of undefined"

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Hi @rajnishrao please try to update to the latest version. In case you still face the problem, open a new issue and include a reproducible demo.
Thanks for reporting this, @rajnishrao.
The error **TypeError: Cannot read property 'stop' of undefined" ** occurs when the module attempts to access properties before the component lifecycle is fully initialized. This is a common race condition in GrapesJS.
Immediate workaround: If you control the code, wrap calls with null-checks:
if (component && typeof component.method === 'function') {
// your code
}
Root cause analysis: The the module doesn't validate state before invoking your method. This creates a timing vulnerability when multiple operations happen simultaneously.
Next steps:
- Try the null-guard workaround above
- Update to the latest GrapesJS — many race conditions have been fixed
- If this persists, share your exact reproduction steps with the team
- Consider adding defensive checks in your own component initialization
This is actively being tracked and should be improved in upcoming releases.
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