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GraphiQL vs GraphQL Playground

A side-by-side look at GraphiQL and GraphQL Playground. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

GraphiQL

GraphiQL

Development

GraphiQL is an open-source graphical interactive in-browser GraphQL IDE. It allows developers to access a GraphQL API, view documentation, and test queries and mutations. GraphiQL provides features like syntax highlighting, automatic query completion, and results history.

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GraphQL Playground

GraphQL Playground

Development

GraphQL Playground is an interactive IDE for working with GraphQL APIs. It allows developers to explore and test GraphQL schemas by sending queries, mutations, and subscriptions. Key features include auto-generated docs, GraphiQL editor, headers configuration, and more.

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