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Note: This feature is currently in Beta.

WebSocket is a communication protocol that enables real-time, two-way communication between a client and a server over a single, long-lived connection. Unlike traditional HTTP, WebSocket allows both sides to send data at any time, making it ideal for live and interactive applications.

WebSocket is standardized under RFC 6455 and is supported by all modern browsers and servers.

Try it Out​

  1. In your Voiden file, type /wss and press Enter to create a Web-Socket.

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  1. Run the request using Cmd + Enter (Mac) or Ctrl + Enter (Windows/Linux), or click the green Play button in the toolbar.
  2. you see the Response panel, with massage composer for the Web Socket

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WebSocket Block

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the WebSocket request interface, detailing its functionality, core components, and best practices for managing real-time WebSocket communication in a structured and intuitive manner.

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Response Panel​

Connection Status Indicator​

Displays the current lifecycle state of the WebSocket connection:

  • Disconnected — Default state; no active connection
  • Connecting — Attempting to establish a connection with the server
  • Connected — Connection established and ready for data exchange
  • Disconnected — Connection closed either intentionally or due to an error

Message Composition Panel​

Provides tools for creating and transmitting messages:

  • Message Format — Choose the payload type:
    • Plain Text
    • JSON
    • HTML
    • XML
  • Message Editor — Rich text editor with syntax highlighting for structured formats
  • Send Action — Sends the composed message to the connected WebSocket server

Message Activity Log​

Maintains a complete record of WebSocket communication:

  • Outbound Messages — Messages sent by the client (indicated by →)
  • Inbound Messages — Messages received from the server (indicated by ←)
  • Timestamps — Precise time records for each transmitted and received message

Summary​

The WebSocket request interface delivers a robust and user-friendly environment for real-time communication, offering precise connection control, flexible message handling, and full visibility into message flow for effective debugging and monitoring.