The missing supplier: troubleshooting of metamask problems
As a web3 developer, you probably know the importance of configuring Metamask for secure and transparent interactions with your online wallets. However, problems sometimes arise that prevent the browser from completely detecting Metamask or Web3. In this article, we will immerse ourselves in the possible causes behind problems and explore the means to help them.
** What is Metamask?
Before diving into the troubleshooting process, let’s quickly revise what Metamask is. It is a popular digital portfolio that allows users to store, send, receive and manage cryptocurrencies on Ethereum blockchain. Metamask is also an extension for web browsers, providing a user -friendly interface to interact with your online wallet.
The error not learned: missing supplier
When you meet an exception “Error not learned: missing supplier”, it generally means that the browser has trouble detecting or initializing the Metamask supplier. This can happen for various reasons, including:
- Installation or incorrect configuration of the metamasque extension
- Incompatibility between metamask and your web browser version
- Metamask supplier files missing or corrupt
Troubleshooting steps
To solve the problem, try these troubleshooting steps:

1. Check the installation of metamask
Make sure you have correctly installed the Metamask extension on your web browser. Check the following:
- Open Metamask on a new tab.
- Check that it is activated and visible in the browser toolbar.
- Make sure that the web3 supplier is selected as a defect.
2. Update your browser
Make sure your web browser is up to date, as more recent versions of bugs and performance improvements that could solve problems with Metamask detection.
3. Check the browser console
Open the browser console by pressing “F12or right -click on the page and selecting" Inspect Element. Then go to the "Meta-Mask" element in the developer's tools panel. If the error persists, try refresh the page or erase the browser cover.
4. Disable the metamasque extension
Try to deactivate the Metamask extension from the toolbar of your web browser, then reactivate it. This will help isolate whether the problem concerns the ITELF extension or its integration.
5. Check the Metamask supplier files
Make sure that the Métamask.js file and any other query supplier file are properly installed and exported as a Module ES (if you use ESM) or the Commonjs module (otherwise).
- If you use a bundler as a webpack, be sure to export the supplier’s file to the right format.
- Check the Metamask repository on Github for any known problem or update linked to your browser version.
6. Reset the browser and metamask
In some cases, resetting browser and metamask can solve the problem:
- Close all the instances of the Metamask extension and restart the browser.
- Delete the
Métamask.jsonfile from the browser cache (if installed).
- Reinstall the Metamask extension.
Conclusion
Troubleshooting an exception “Error not learned: the missing supplier” with Metamask can be a challenge. By following the thesis steps, you should be able to identify and solve the problem affecting your web 3 interactions. Do not forget to update your browser and metamask regularly to ensure compatibility and safety.
If you are still experienced problems, do not hesitate to provide more details or ask additional questions in the comments section below!
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