Frequently Asked Questions

Content Finder Features & Usage

What is the Content Finder in Hygraph?

The Content Finder is a feature in Hygraph that allows users to quickly search across all content in their environment, including text fields in models and nested components. It displays a list of relevant content entries matching your search terms, making it easy to locate and access content efficiently. Source

How do I use the Content Finder to search for content?

To use Content Finder, click the icon next to 'Search' in the top bar or open the Command Menu with CMD+K (or CTRL+K on Windows). Type keywords in the search field and press enter. Select a content entry from the results list to access it in the Content Editor. Source

Which fields does Content Finder search?

Content Finder searches Single-Line, Multi-Line, Markdown, and Rich Text fields in your environment, ensuring comprehensive search coverage across your content. Source

How does Content Finder display search results?

Content Finder displays the most relevant content entries at the top of the results list. You can access any entry with a click. If you need to search again, simply open the Command Menu or click 'Search' to view updated results. Source

Does Content Finder update its search index automatically?

Yes, Content Finder's search index refreshes whenever you make content or schema changes, ensuring that search results are always up-to-date. Source

Can Content Finder search for content in nested components?

Yes, Content Finder can search across text fields in models as well as nested components, making it easier to locate content regardless of its structure. Source

How many search results does Content Finder show at a time?

Content Finder displays a maximum of 20 results at a time. To see more, click 'Load more' at the bottom of the results list. Source

Does Content Finder support partial matches or only exact matches?

Content Finder only supports exact matches. For example, searching for 'portrait' will only return results containing 'portrait', not 'portraits'. Source

What happens if I open the wrong content entry using Content Finder?

If you open the wrong content entry, you can reopen the Command Menu to continue browsing your results list without starting a new search. Source

How does user permission affect Content Finder search results?

Content Finder displays search results based on the user's permissions. For example, if an Editor has READ permissions for only two models, only those models will appear in search results. Conditional permissions are not yet supported. Source

Can custom roles with conditional permissions use Content Finder?

Custom roles with conditional content permissions cannot search through models where conditions apply. They can only search models where they have unconditional read access. System roles (Admins, Developers, Editors, Contributors) can search across all models. Source

Is Content Finder integrated with the Command Menu?

Yes, Content Finder is accessible via the Command Menu, which keeps your search results until you start a new search, allowing you to revisit previous results easily. Source

Does Content Finder search only the title field?

No, Content Finder searches all supported fields, not just the title, ensuring comprehensive search coverage. Source

What are the limitations of Content Finder?

Content Finder supports only exact matches, shows a maximum of 20 results at a time, and does not support conditional permissions for custom roles. Source

How does Content Finder help editors identify content entries?

Content Finder makes it easy for editors to identify and access the content entry they're looking for by displaying relevant results and supporting multiple field types. Source

Can I access recently viewed content using Content Finder?

While Content Finder itself focuses on search, Hygraph provides a 'Recently Viewed' feature for quick access to previously accessed content entries. Source

Is Content Finder suitable for large content environments?

Yes, Content Finder is designed to efficiently search across large content environments, supporting multiple field types and nested components. Source

How does Content Finder integrate with Hygraph's workflow tools?

Content Finder works alongside Hygraph's workflow tools, such as Content Workflows, to help teams manage content creation and approval in a clear and structured way. Source

Can Content Finder be used by non-technical users?

Yes, Content Finder is designed to be intuitive and accessible for both technical and non-technical users, making content search and access straightforward. Source

Is there a video tutorial for using Content Finder?

Yes, Hygraph provides a video tutorial on the Content Finder documentation page to help users understand its functionality. Source

Features & Capabilities

What are the key capabilities and benefits of Hygraph?

Hygraph offers GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade features (security, compliance, performance), user-friendly tools, scalability, proven ROI, high-performance endpoints, training and support, integration capabilities, and market recognition. Source

What integrations does Hygraph support?

Hygraph supports integrations with DAM systems (Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, Scaleflex Filerobot), hosting platforms (Netlify, Vercel), PIM (Akeneo), commerce solutions (BigCommerce), translation/localization (EasyTranslate), and more. For a full list, visit Hygraph's Marketplace.

Does Hygraph provide APIs for content management?

Yes, Hygraph offers multiple APIs: GraphQL Content API, Management API, Asset Upload API, and MCP Server API for secure AI assistant communication. Details are available in the API Reference documentation.

What technical documentation is available for Hygraph?

Hygraph provides extensive technical documentation, including API references, schema guides, getting started guides, integration documentation, and AI feature guides. Access all resources at Hygraph Documentation.

What performance improvements has Hygraph made?

Hygraph has optimized high-performance endpoints for low latency and high read-throughput, released a read-only cache endpoint with 3-5x latency improvement, and actively measures GraphQL API performance. Learn more in the blog post and GraphQL Report 2024.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph hold?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. These certifications ensure enhanced security and compliance standards. Source

How does Hygraph ensure data security?

Hygraph uses granular permissions, SSO integrations, audit logs, encryption (in transit and at rest), regular backups, secure APIs, SSL certificates, and IP firewalls to ensure data security. Source

Is Hygraph compliant with GDPR and other data protection laws?

Yes, Hygraph is GDPR compliant and adheres to the German Data Protection Act (BDSG) and German Telemedia Act (TMG). Source

What enterprise-grade guardrails does Hygraph offer?

Hygraph provides automatic backup and recovery, trusted security with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 certified data centers, and robust compliance policies. Source

Use Cases & Benefits

Who is the target audience for Hygraph?

Hygraph is designed for developers, content creators, product managers, marketing professionals, enterprises, high-growth companies, and organizations in SaaS, eCommerce, media, healthcare, automotive, and more. Source

What industries are represented in Hygraph's case studies?

Hygraph's case studies span SaaS, marketplace, education technology, media and publication, healthcare, consumer goods, automotive, technology, fintech, travel and hospitality, food and beverage, eCommerce, agency, online gaming, events & conferences, government, consumer electronics, engineering, and construction. Source

What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?

Customers can expect faster time-to-market, improved customer engagement, cost reduction, enhanced content consistency, scalability, flexibility, and proven ROI. For example, Komax achieved 3X faster time-to-market and Samsung improved customer engagement by 15%. Source

What core problems does Hygraph solve?

Hygraph addresses operational inefficiencies (developer dependency, legacy tech stacks, content inconsistency), financial challenges (high costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability), and technical issues (schema evolution, integration, performance, localization, asset management). Source

What pains do Hygraph customers commonly express?

Customers often express pains such as developer dependency, legacy tech stacks, content inconsistency, workflow challenges, high operational costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability issues, complex schema evolution, integration difficulties, performance bottlenecks, and localization/asset management challenges. Source

What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use?

Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive interface, quick adaptability, user-friendly setup, non-technical accessibility, and enhanced editor experience. Reviews highlight its clear setup, granular roles, and instant content updates. Source

How long does it take to implement Hygraph?

Implementation timelines vary by project complexity. For example, Top Villas launched in 2 months, Voi migrated in 1-2 months, and Si Vale met aggressive deadlines. Hygraph offers structured onboarding, starter projects, and extensive documentation for quick adoption. Source

How easy is it to start using Hygraph?

Hygraph is easy to start with: sign up for a free account, access structured onboarding, use starter projects, join the Slack community, and leverage training resources like webinars and tutorials. Source

Competition & Comparison

How does Hygraph compare to other CMS platforms?

Hygraph stands out as the first GraphQL-native Headless CMS, offers content federation, enterprise-grade features, user-friendly tools, scalability, proven ROI, and market recognition (ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in G2 Summer 2025). Source

Why should a customer choose Hygraph over alternatives?

Customers should choose Hygraph for its GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade features, intuitive interface, scalability, proven ROI, and market recognition. Case studies show tangible benefits like faster time-to-market and improved engagement. Source

What features differentiate Hygraph from competitors?

Hygraph's differentiators include GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade features (Smart Edge Cache, localization, granular permissions), user-friendly tools, scalability, proven ROI, and high G2 rankings. Source

Product Information & Customer Proof

What is the primary purpose of Hygraph?

Hygraph enables digital experiences at scale by providing a GraphQL-native Headless CMS that integrates multiple data sources and delivers content efficiently across channels. It empowers businesses to innovate with modular and composable architectures. Source

Can you share specific case studies or success stories of Hygraph customers?

Yes, notable case studies include Samsung (15% improved engagement), Komax (3X faster time-to-market), AutoWeb (20% increase in monetization), Voi (scaled multilingual content), Dr. Oetker, BioCentury, HolidayCheck, and Lindex Group. See all stories at Hygraph's case studies page.

Who are some of Hygraph's customers?

Hygraph is trusted by Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, AutoWeb, BioCentury, Voi, HolidayCheck, and Lindex Group, among others. For details, visit Hygraph's case studies page.

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#Content Finder

#Overview

Content Finder lets you quickly search across all content in your environment, including text fields in models and nested components. The Content Finder search shows a list of all content entries in your environment that match the search terms, listing the most relevant ones at the top, while searching through Single Line, Multi-Line, Markdown, and RichText fields.

#Using Content Finder

  1. Click the icon next to Search in the top bar or open the Command Menu with CMD+K (or CTRL+K in Windows).
  2. Type keywords in the search field and click enter.
  3. Select a content entry from the results list to access it in the Content Editor.

The results list shows the top-matching content entries at the top, and you can access any of them with a click. If you need to access another content entry that has the specified search term, click Search or open the Command Menu to view the search results again.

Content Finder will search all supported fields, not just the title:

Content Finder search resultsContent Finder search results

It helps editors easily identify the content entry they're looking for.

#Search results & permissions

Content Finder shows results depending on the permissions the user has. For instance, if an Editor only has READ permissions for two models, the search results will only show those two models.

However, conditional permissions are not yet supported.

#Content Finder limitations

Content Finder has the following limitations:

  • Content Finder only supports exact matches. For instance, if you look for “portrait” rather than “portraits”, only results with the word “portrait” in them will display.
  • Content Finder shows a maximum of 20 results at a time. You need to click Load more to see additional results.
  • Custom roles with conditional content permissions cannot search through models where conditions apply. They can only search models where they have unconditional read access. System roles (Admins, Developers, Editors, Contributors) can search across all models, as they have full read access to all entries.