Using Thunks in Combination with RTK Query
In Redux Toolkit, you can combine thunks and RTK Query to handle complex application logic that requires both side effects (via thunks) and efficient data fetching (via RTK Query). Thunks are ideal for procedural workflows, while RTK Query manages server-state caching, re-fetching, and normalization.
1. Dispatch RTK Query Endpoints Inside a Thunk: You can programmatically trigger a query or mutation from within a thunk using
dispatch(api.endpoints.endpointName.initiate(args)).2. Use RTK Query Data to Drive Thunk Logic: Use
getState()inside the thunk to check for cached data from RTK Query before making further API or business logic calls.3. Chain Thunks and RTK Query: Run a thunk after a query succeeds or use a thunk to perform side effects after RTK Query updates data.
By combining thunks with RTK Query, you can perform advanced workflows—such as conditional updates, chained API operations, or triggering mutations after data fetches—while still benefiting from RTK Query’s caching and lifecycle management.