React Native Share

Abstract

1. Introduction

React Native Share, is a simple tool for sharing messages and files with other apps.

ios parameter will take care of adding queries (LSApplicationQueriesSchemes) to the Info.plist.

android parameter will take care of adding queries to the AndroidManifest.xml.

2. Objective

Social share, sending simple data to other apps.

This project demonstrates how Java, React Native, React can be applied to a real-world Mobile App Development problem.

4. Technology Stack

5. System Requirements

General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.

• JDK 11 or later
• Maven / Gradle
• IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse or Android Studio
• Git (to clone the repository)

6. Installation & Setup

git clone https://github.com/react-native-share/react-native-share.git
cd react-native-share

import Share from 'react-native-share';

Share.open(options)
  .then((res) => {
    console.log(res);
  })
  .catch((err) => {
    console.log(err);
  });

Full setup instructions are in the project README.

7. Future Enhancements

Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.

• Add push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging
• Add offline support with local caching
• Publish an internal test build on the Play Store

8. Viva / Review Questions

Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.

1. Which framework is used and why (native vs cross-platform)?
2. How is app state managed across screens?
3. Where is the data stored — locally, Firebase or a REST backend?
4. How are permissions (camera, location, storage) handled?
5. How would you publish this app to the Play Store / App Store?

9. Source Code & License

This project is developed by react-native-share and published on GitHub under the MIT License. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.