Elasticsearch - Mappings and Data Types
Which Elasticsearch type should you use if you want to store an object with multiple fields but do not need to query each object in an array separately?
Which Elasticsearch type should you use if you want to store an object with multiple fields but do not need to query each object in an array separately?
easy🧠 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify object type use case
The object type stores JSON objects with multiple fields but does not support independent querying of objects inside arrays.Step 2: Eliminate other types
Nested is for independent querying, keyword and text are for string fields, not objects.Final Answer:
object -> Option AQuick Check:
Use object type for grouped fields without separate array queries [OK]
Quick Trick: Use object type for grouped fields without nested querying [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Choosing nested when independent querying is not needed
- Confusing keyword/text with object types
- Assuming object supports nested queries
Master "Mappings and Data Types" in Elasticsearch
Want More Practice?
15+ quiz questions · All difficulty levels · Free
Free Signup - Practice All QuestionsMore Elasticsearch Quizzes