# Lazarus Dynamic Packages Release

> Lazarus IDE now supports dynamic packages for instant plugin updates without full rebuilds.
- Title: Lazarus Dynamic Packages Release · Getlazarus | Shortify
- Summary: Lazarus IDE now supports dynamic packages for instant plugin updates without full rebuilds. Lazarus IDE releases dynamic package support enabling real-time…
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- Source: Getlazarus — https://getlazarus.org/dynamic
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- Topics: lazarus, free pascal compiler, dynamic packages, ide extensions, rtl enhancements, package management, lazarus ide, technology, startups
## Dynamic Packages Launch
Lazarus IDE releases first full dynamic package support for the Free Pascal Compiler.
## Dynamic Package Functionality
Users can create and install components without rebuilding the entire IDE in seconds.
## Dynamic Package Implementation
Dynamic packages are standard shared library files for Linux Windows and macOS.
## Dynamic Package Restrictions
Package units cannot share names with the package itself and unit names must be unique across packages.
## RTL Enhancements
New RTL units support inspecting dynamic package contents and managing thread variables safely.
## Lazarus IDE Improvements
New progress window detects changes and rebuilds packages automatically without full IDE restarts.
## Packages Window
Docked right window shows recently opened packages and allows browsing package contents.
## Real-Time Package Updates
Changes to packages update controls and components within seconds without full IDE rebuilds.
## Package Platform Restrictions
Packages can be restricted to specific platforms or widgetsets for better compatibility.
## Form Conversion Feature
New feature converts forms into installable controls for reuse in other projects.
## Download and Support
Full dynamic package support available for download with GitLab branches for FPC and Lazarus.
## Key takeaway

Lazarus IDE releases dynamic package support enabling real-time plugin updates and extensions without full IDE rebuilds.