Difference between PUT and PATCH Requests
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PUT is a method of modifying resource where the client sends data that updates the entire resource . | PATCH is a method of modifying resources where the client sends partial data that is to be updated without modifying the entire data. |
In a PUT request, the enclosed entity is considered to be a modified version of the resource stored on the origin server, and the client is requesting that the stored version be replaced | With PATCH, however, the enclosed entity contains a set of instructions describing how a resource currently residing on the origin server should be modified to produce a new version. |
HTTP PUT is said to be idempotent, So if you send retry a request multiple times, that should be equivalent to a single request modification | HTTP PATCH is considered idempotent. When a PATCH request is sent multiple times, it will have the same effect as sending it once |
It has High Bandwidth | Since Only data that need to be modified if send in the request body as a payload , It has Low Bandwidth |
Difference Between PUT and PATCH Request
When working with APIs, figuring out the right way to update resources can be tricky. Both PUT and PATCH requests are used for this purpose, but they have distinct functionalities. This guide will break down the key differences between these two methods, helping you choose the most appropriate approach for your needs.