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Managing URL Search Parameters in Next.js Without Triggering Data Fetching

In web application development, it's common to encounter scenarios where you need to persist a user's input in a form through URL parameters. This is especially useful as it allows users to refresh the page or share links without losing their progress. However, modifying the URL search parameters can lead to the inconvenience of unnecessary data fetching, which is what we aim to resolve in this post.

The Problem

When you add search parameters to the URL in a Next.js application, the framework often triggers a data fetch associated with those parameters. In specific use cases, like when you want to store form values in the URL without re-fetching data every time, this behavior can be cumbersome. For instance, while developing a form component, you might find that updating the search parameters causes an unwanted re-execution of data retrieval operations, which significantly impacts performance and user experience.

Example Scenario

Consider a simple application where you have a form component designed to send user inputs to the URL as search parameters. With every change in the form, you would like to update the URL without triggering a fresh data fetch from the server.

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In this code sample, any modification to content leads to a re-fetching of data due to the automatic handling by Next.js.

A Working Solution: Avoiding Unnecessary Fetching

After realizing the problem, I switched tactics. The solution is to use window.history.replaceState() instead of router.replace(). This approach ensures that URL parameters can be updated without invoking the fetching of data.

Revised Implementation

Correct Approach

Instead of relying on the Next.js router’s handling, directly manipulate the browser's history state:

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Benefits of This Method

Performance Improvement: This reduces the frequency of data fetching as the data remains consistent without unwanted re-fetches.

Maintained User Experience: Users can refresh or share their links without losing any entered information in forms.

Alternative Solutions for Fetching Data

Initially, I attempted to wrap my entire page content within a client component to manage data fetching ourselves, which paid off by ensuring that data is only fetched once. Here’s how I approached it:

Using a Client Component for Fetching

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Summary of Key Learnings

Use window.history.replaceState() for managing URL updates without causing data fetches.

Consider wrapping page content in a client component to control your data fetching strategy effectively.

Conclusion

Managing search parameters in URL while ensuring that your application does not re-fetch data unnecessarily can enhance performance and improve user experience. By tailoring your approach using the right tools and strategies, like window.history.replaceState(), you can create seamless forms and applications in Next.js. Explore these concepts in your projects to ensure efficiency and clarity in user interactions.