TypeScript - Overview

Payload supports TypeScript natively, and not only that, the entirety of the CMS is built with TypeScript. To get started developing with Payload and TypeScript, you can use one of Payload's built-in boilerplates in one line via create-payload-app:

Pick a TypeScript project type to get started easily.

Setting up from Scratch

It's also possible to set up a TypeScript project from scratch. We plan to write up a guide for exactly how—so keep an eye out for that, too.

Using Payload's Exported Types

Payload exports a number of types that you may find useful while writing your own custom functionality like Plugins, Hooks, Access Control functions, Custom Views, GraphQL queries / mutations or anything else.

Config Types

• Base config
• Collections
• Globals
• Fields

Hook Types

• Collection hooks
• Global hooks
• Field hooks