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September 20, 2024

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* Admin GraphQL API
* 2024-10

# Introducing metafield definition capabilities in the admin API

As of API version 2024-10, we're launching an API to manage metafield definition capabilities. This new feature provides a flexible and extensible way to define and manage behaviors for metafield definitions across various Shopify features.

## What's new?

Metafield definition capabilities can be easily enabled, disabled, and queried through the Admin API

## What's next?

In future API versions, we'll be introducing new capabilities to enhance metafield functionality across various Shopify features. Stay tuned for announcements about specific capabilities and how they can benefit your app or integration.

Learn more about metafield capabilities at [Shopify.dev](https://shopify.dev/docs/apps/build/custom-data/metafields/use-metafield-capabilities)