next-cache-components

Cache Next.js components and routes with use cache, cacheLife, cacheTag, and updateTag.

Updated Apr 7, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Yahia89/ordering-food --skill next-cache-components-yahia89
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Skill: next-cache-components
Source: https://github.com/Yahia89/ordering-food/tree/main/.agents/skills/next-cache-components
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Yahia89/ordering-food --skill next-cache-components-yahia89

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Next.js applications often struggle to balance static rendering, server loads, and data freshness. Cache Components provide a clear mechanism to combine static, cached, and dynamic content via use cache, cacheLife, cacheTag, and updateTag to optimize rendering and revalidation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Three Content Types: Static (instant prerender), Cached (revalidated on request), Dynamic (Suspense-based).
  • Use cache directive: apply at file, component, or function level to control caching and revalidation.
  • Cache invalidation: tag-based invalidation and revalidation controls with cacheTag and updateTag for immediate or background refresh.
  • Migration and runtime constraints: guidance on replacing unstable_cache with use cache, and notes on runtime data constraints.

Quick Start

Enable cache components in your Next.js config and start using the use cache directive in your pages.

Frequently Asked Questions about next-cache-components

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I cache Next.js server components to reduce server load?

You can cache Next.js components using the use cache directive at the file, component, or function level to control rendering and revalidation, effectively reducing server load while balancing static and dynamic content.

How does tag-based cache invalidation work for cached Next.js routes?

Tag-based cache invalidation in Next.js uses cacheTag to label cached data and updateTag to trigger immediate or background revalidation, ensuring precise control over cached route freshness.

What is the best way to migrate from unstable_cache to use cache in Next.js?

Migrate from unstable_cache to use cache by replacing existing wrapper functions with the use cache directive and adopting cacheLife and cacheTag for granular revalidation control within Next.js 16 Cache Components.

Can I combine static, cached, and dynamic content in a single Next.js page?

Next.js Cache Components allow combining static prerendered content, cached content revalidated on request, and dynamic Suspense-based content within a single page by applying the use cache directive.

How do I configure cacheLife to control revalidation timing in Next.js?

Configure cacheLife alongside the use cache directive to define specific revalidation durations for cached Next.js components, controlling exactly when background or on-request content refreshes occur.

Do I need to enable cache components in Next.js config before using use cache?

Yes, you must enable cache components in your Next.js configuration file before applying the use cache directive and utilizing related invalidation APIs like cacheTag and updateTag in your application routes.