What is the difference between a GIN and GiST index in PostgreSQL for full-text search?

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What is the difference between a GIN and GiST index in PostgreSQL for full-text search?

Key points

  • GIN is optimal for lookups, but slower for build/update
  • GiST is quicker to build/update, but uses lossy compression
  • GIN focuses on exact membership, while GiST is more versatile
  • GiST requires heap recheck due to lossy compression

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