You want to document a complex request body model with nested objects using @Schema. How can you ensure nested properties are also documented properly?
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You want to document a complex request body model with nested objects using @Schema. How can you ensure nested properties are also documented properly?
AUse @Parameter on nested fields instead of @Schema
BOnly annotate the top-level class with @Schema; nested classes are documented automatically
CAnnotate nested classes and their fields with @Schema annotations
DNested properties cannot be documented with @Schema
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand nested model documentation
To document nested objects, each nested class and its fields should be annotated with @Schema to provide descriptions and metadata.
Step 2: Clarify automatic documentation
Top-level @Schema does not automatically document nested properties without annotations.
Step 3: Evaluate other options
@Parameter is for method parameters, not model fields. Nested properties can be documented with @Schema.
Final Answer:
Annotate nested classes and their fields with @Schema annotations -> Option C
Quick Check:
Use @Schema on nested classes for full docs [OK]
Quick Trick:Add @Schema to nested classes and fields for full docs [OK]
Common Mistakes:
Relying on top-level @Schema only
Using @Parameter on model fields
Believing nested properties can't be documented
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