# Where to Find Examples of Cypress Usage: 4 Official Sources Explained

> Discover where to find Cypress usage examples. Explore the monorepo, minimal package, kitchen-sink repo, and documentation examples for quick learning.

- Repository: [Cypress.io/cypress](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress)
- Tags: getting-started
- Published: 2026-08-06

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**Cypress ships runnable examples inside its monorepo at `system-tests/projects`, provides a minimal example package, links to an external kitchen-sink repository, and version-controls documentation examples in `docs/`.**

If you're searching for where to find examples of Cypress usage, the official `cypress-io/cypress` repository and its related projects offer multiple tiers of sample code. From quick API snippets to full-featured applications, these resources demonstrate real-world testing patterns you can clone and run immediately.

## Built-In System-Test Examples in `system-tests/projects`

The richest source of **ready-to-run Cypress examples** lives in the `system-tests/projects` directory. This folder contains dozens of self-contained projects, each with its own `cypress/` folder housing fixtures, spec files, and configuration.

Each project includes a README explaining its purpose. For instance, the React + Vite TypeScript configuration example at [`system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/README.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/README.md) demonstrates how to configure Cypress for modern frontend tooling.

### What You'll Find in `system-tests/projects`

- **End-to-end tests** using `cy.visit`, `cy.contains`, and `cy.get`
- **Component testing** setups for React, Vue, and other frameworks
- **Network stubbing** scenarios with `cy.intercept`
- **Configuration variants** (TypeScript, Webpack, Vite, etc.)

To run any example, navigate to the project directory and execute:

```bash
yarn cypress:run

```

Or open the interactive test runner:

```bash
yarn cypress:open

```

## Minimal API Examples in `packages/example`

For **programmatic illustrations** of Cypress APIs, the `packages/example` package provides a stripped-down reference. This isn't a full application—it's a tiny utility that exposes how specific parts of Cypress work under the hood.

Key files to examine:

- [`packages/example/lib/example.js`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/packages/example/lib/example.js) — Simple JavaScript utility demonstrating serialization of a Cypress command
- [`packages/example/README.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/packages/example/README.md) — Quick-start guide for the package

This package answers questions like "How does Cypress serialize a command internally?" without the noise of a full test suite.

## Full-Featured Sample: cypress-example-kitchensink

When you need a **complete, ready-to-run application** that exercises most Cypress features, the official `cypress-example-kitchensink` repository is the definitive reference.

Located at <https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress-example-kitchensink>, this external repository contains:

- A working web application with multiple pages
- Comprehensive E2E specs covering CLI commands, assertions, and utilities
- Network stubbing and spying examples
- File upload, drag-and-drop, and other advanced interactions

The kitchen-sink is linked directly from the main Cypress README under "Examples" and serves as the primary learning resource for new users who want to see everything Cypress can do in one place.

## Documentation-Driven Examples in `docs/`

The official Cypress documentation hosts **curated command-level examples** that are version-controlled inside the monorepo. If you prefer learning from reference material with inline code blocks, examine:

- [`docs/guides/references/commands.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/docs/guides/references/commands.md) — Source markdown for command documentation including `cy.visit`, `cy.intercept`, `cy.fixture`, and more

These examples are extracted from the same source files that power the public documentation site, ensuring they stay current with the latest Cypress release.

## Runnable Code Examples

Here are concrete patterns drawn directly from the official examples:

### Basic Page Visit (from `system-tests/react-vite-ts-configured`)

```javascript
describe('Home page', () => {
  it('loads successfully', () => {
    cy.visit('/')          // loads the app's index.html
    cy.contains('Welcome') // asserts that "Welcome" text appears
  })
})

```

### Network Stubbing (from `system-tests/net-stubbing`)

```javascript
describe('API stub', () => {
  it('returns mocked data', () => {
    cy.intercept('GET', '/api/todos', [{ id: 1, title: 'Test todo' }])
    cy.visit('/todos')
    cy.get('.todo').should('have.length', 1)
  })
})

```

### Component Test with Vue (from `npm/vue` examples)

```javascript
import MyButton from '@/components/MyButton.vue'

describe('MyButton component', () => {
  it('emits click', () => {
    cy.mount(MyButton).find('button').click()
    cy.emitted('click').should('have.length', 1)
  })
})

```

## Key Files Reference

| Path | Purpose |
|------|---------|
| [`system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/README.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/README.md) | React + Vite project overview |
| [`system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/cypress/e2e/example.spec.js`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/system-tests/projects/react-vite-ts-configured/cypress/e2e/example.spec.js) | Concrete E2E test implementation |
| [`packages/example/README.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/packages/example/README.md) | Quick-start for minimal example package |
| [`packages/example/lib/example.js`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/packages/example/lib/example.js) | Simple utility exposing Cypress internals |
| [`docs/guides/references/commands.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/docs/guides/references/commands.md) | Markdown source for command reference |
| `https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress-example-kitchensink` | External full-featured sample app |

## Summary

- **`system-tests/projects`** — Dozens of runnable projects with fixtures and specs for E2E, component, and network testing
- **`packages/example`** — Minimal programmatic API demonstrations
- **cypress-example-kitchensink** — Complete external repository covering all major Cypress features
- **`docs/`** — Version-controlled command reference examples synchronized with documentation

All locations provide concrete, executable code. Clone the monorepo or kitchen-sink repo, install dependencies, and run `yarn cypress:open` to explore interactively.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where are the official Cypress examples located?

The primary locations are: the `system-tests/projects` directory within the `cypress-io/cypress` monorepo for runnable test projects, the `packages/example` folder for minimal API samples, and the external `cypress-example-kitchensink` repository for full applications. Documentation examples are stored in [`docs/guides/references/commands.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/docs/guides/references/commands.md).

### What's the difference between system-tests and the kitchen-sink?

`system-tests/projects` contains smaller, focused examples designed for testing Cypress itself—each demonstrates specific configurations or scenarios. The kitchen-sink is a standalone, complete web application with comprehensive specs meant for learning and training. Use system-tests for reference on specific setups; use kitchen-sink for holistic understanding.

### Can I run the examples without setting up a full project?

Yes. Most `system-tests/projects` examples include their own [`package.json`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/package.json) and can be run independently after installing dependencies. The `cy.mount()` component testing examples require framework-specific setup (React, Vue, etc.), but the E2E examples typically work with just `yarn cypress:open`.

### How do I find examples for a specific Cypress command?

Check [`docs/guides/references/commands.md`](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress/blob/main/docs/guides/references/commands.md) in the monorepo for version-controlled command documentation with inline examples. The kitchen-sink repository also organizes its specs by command category, making it easy to locate real-world usage patterns for `cy.intercept`, `cy.fixture`, or any other API.