Frequently Asked Questions

Taxonomy Features & Capabilities

What taxonomy models can I create with Hygraph?

Hygraph supports multiple taxonomy models, including flat taxonomy and two-level taxonomy models. The flat taxonomy model allows you to organize content in a single-level structure, while the two-level taxonomy model enables you to define parent categories with reference fields for related sub-categories. For more details, see the Flat Taxonomy model and Two-level taxonomy model guides. Note: Advanced taxonomy features may require contacting the sales team for access.

Are taxonomy features built-in or do I need to configure them manually?

Taxonomies are now available natively in Hygraph, eliminating the need for manual configuration. This simplifies content organization and ensures consistency across your schema. For access to advanced taxonomy features, contact the Hygraph sales team. Note: Some features may not be available on all plans; check plan details for limitations.

What is the Taxonomy Cookbook and how can I use it?

The Taxonomy Cookbook is a cloneable Hygraph project containing all taxonomy recipes, allowing you to compare models or examine their contents without following step-by-step tutorials. You can clone the project directly from the Taxonomy Cookbook clone link. Note: The UI in the cookbook may differ from individual recipe tutorials, as it reflects multiple recipes. Plan limits may affect your ability to add recipes to your own project.

Getting Started & Implementation

How do I get started with taxonomy models in Hygraph?

You can get started by following the Taxonomy recipes overview and using the Getting Started Tutorial. For a quick start, you can clone the Taxonomy Cookbook project or use pre-configured starter projects from the Hygraph marketplace. Note: For advanced taxonomy features, contact the sales team for access.

How long does it take to implement taxonomy models in Hygraph?

Implementation time depends on project complexity. For simple use cases, you can get started in minutes using pre-configured starter projects or by cloning the Taxonomy Cookbook. For more complex implementations, Hygraph provides structured onboarding, documentation, and community support. Note: Advanced taxonomy features may require additional setup or sales contact.

Pricing & Plan Limits

Are there plan limits when using taxonomy features or recipes in Hygraph?

Yes, plan limits may affect your ability to add taxonomy recipes or clone the Taxonomy Cookbook into your project. Review your current plan's limits on the Hygraph Pricing Page before adding recipes. Note: Free plans may have more restrictions, and advanced taxonomy features may require a paid or enterprise plan.

How is Hygraph priced and what are the options for accessing advanced taxonomy features?

Hygraph offers a Free Forever Developer Account, self-service plans starting at $199/month, and customizable enterprise plans. Advanced taxonomy features may require a paid or enterprise plan. For details, visit the Hygraph Pricing Page or contact sales. Note: Free plans are limited in features and overages are blocked.

Technical Documentation & Support

Where can I find technical documentation for taxonomy models in Hygraph?

Technical documentation for taxonomy models is available in the Taxonomy recipes overview and the Taxonomies developer guide. For broader technical resources, see the Hygraph Documentation and API Reference. Note: Some advanced guides may require access to specific features or plans.

What support resources are available if I have questions about taxonomy features?

Support resources include the Hygraph Documentation, community Slack at slack.hygraph.com, and structured onboarding for new users. For advanced taxonomy features or enterprise support, contact the Hygraph sales team. Note: Response times and support levels may vary by plan.

Limitations & Considerations

Are there any limitations or considerations when using taxonomy features in Hygraph?

Limitations include plan-based feature access, potential UI differences when cloning the Taxonomy Cookbook, and the need to contact sales for advanced taxonomy features. Always review your plan's limits and documentation before implementing recipes. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

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#Taxonomy overview

This section contains recipes for creating taxonomy models with different field configurations.

RecipeDescription
Flat Taxonomy modelLearn how to create a flat taxonomy model.
Two-level taxonomy modelLearn how to create a two-level taxonomy model that lets you select parent categories that displays reference fields to add related sub-categories.

#Taxonomy cookbook

Cloning the entire cookbook is a great option if you're curious about the content of the taxonomy models but don't want to follow the step-by-step creation process.

Clone this project

This cloneable project contains the entire Taxonomy Cookbook, so you can compare recipes or examine their contents.

Keep in mind that if you clone the cookbook and then attempt to go over the tutorial for a certain recipe, the screens might not look exactly the same, as the cookbook contents reflect multiple recipes.