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HTTP Request Methods List

Quickly view and copy common HTTP request methods with simple explanations, perfect for API design, testing, onboarding, and documentation.

HTTP Request Methods(9 standard methods)

Includes the nine standardized HTTP request methods; excludes WebDAV and other extension verbs.

Integration Steps

Add HTTP verbs to your workflow

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  2. 2
    Copy or Download

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  3. 3
    Apply in Context

    Paste into API docs, test suites, or internal standards.

Need a quick reference? The text format is ready for immediate sharing.

Common Use Cases

  • API designers defining request behavior
  • Developers writing docs and SDK references
  • QA teams building HTTP method test cases

HTTP Method Details

GET

Input
Retrieves a resource representation without changing it.
Output
Fetch a page or API record.

POST

Input
Creates a new resource or triggers server-side processing.
Output
Submit a form or create an order.

PUT

Input
Replaces a resource with the supplied representation.
Output
Update a user profile in full.

PATCH

Input
Applies partial updates to a resource.
Output
Change a single field.

DELETE

Input
Removes a resource from the server.
Output
Delete a record or asset.

HEAD

Input
Retrieves headers for a resource without the body.
Output
Check caching or content length.

OPTIONS

Input
Returns supported options for a resource or server.
Output
Handle CORS preflight requests.

TRACE

Input
Echoes the received request for diagnostic purposes.
Output
Debug proxy or routing issues.

CONNECT

Input
Establishes a tunnel to the target server.
Output
Start an HTTPS tunnel via proxy.

Reliable HTTP Method Reference

HTTP request methods define how clients ask a server to act on a resource. This list gives you the nine standard verbs in copy-ready formats so you can paste them into API docs, test scripts, or training materials. It is designed for quick pasting into dashboards, slide decks, and internal guidelines.

This HTTP request methods list acts as a compact cheat sheet for the most common HTTP verbs. If you need a quick http methods list for GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH, and the rest, this dataset keeps terminology consistent across specs, docs, and code samples. Use it to standardize onboarding materials, build API references, or verify tooling output. Copy the list as text, JSON, or HTML and keep your HTTP verbs aligned. It also works well for interview prep and quick reference cards.

Copy-Friendly Formats

Switch between text, JSON, and HTML outputs to paste the methods into docs, scripts, or UI components.

  • Plain text list
  • JSON array output
  • HTML <option> tags
API Documentation Ready

Use a consistent http methods list when writing API specs, onboarding guides, or client SDK references.

  • Standard verb names
  • Quick reference friendly
  • Consistent capitalization
Tooling Support

Keep the same HTTP verbs across test suites, mock servers, and monitoring dashboards.

  • Test fixtures
  • Mock data sets
  • Dashboard labels

Implementation Best Practices

Apply these tips when documenting or testing HTTP verbs.

  • Use uppercase method names to match protocol standards.
  • Document idempotency expectations for PUT, PATCH, and DELETE.
  • Prefer OPTIONS for capability checks rather than guessing.

Frequently asked questions

What are HTTP request methods?>
They are standardized verbs (like GET or POST) that tell a server how to handle a request, such as retrieving, creating, or updating a resource.
What is the difference between GET and POST?>
GET is used to retrieve data without changing it, while POST sends data to create a new resource or trigger processing.
PUT vs PATCH?>
PUT replaces an entire resource representation, while PATCH applies a partial update to specific fields.