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When using a preconfigured preconfigured Magnolia bundle - your webapps webapp(s) already contain(s) the following Magnolia REST modules:
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These three modules are required to use all to use all features within a productive context.
While developing new features, it may be helpful to use the magnolia-rest-tools
as well.
When using a custom webapp or bundle, make sure your custom setup contains the 3 module listed above. These modules are required to See REST module - Installing if you need help to install the Magnolia REST modules.
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For further information please read REST module.
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