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This was done so that we can add attributes to the file input tag from the parent component via props.

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In the code above, we are taking that otherProps variable and passing it to the file input tag. any prop other than label, updateFilesCb, maxFileSizeInBytes). This process of sending data from the child to the parent can be further explained at destructuring, we can now add the props like so:Įarlier, we discussed that any props that we don't destructure will be assigned to the otherProps variable (i.e. As a workaround, we will pass a function declared in the parent component and the file upload component will call that function with the files state as an argument. Since React has unidirectional data flow, we cannot easily pass data from the child component (file upload component) to the parent component. “Why do we need use a callback function to send the files state to the parent component?” Thus, for the parent component to also store the uploaded files, we need the file upload component to send it. Typically, the file upload component will be used in a form and when working with forms in React, the component stores the form data in the state. “Why do we need to send the files state to the parent component?” A callback function used for sending the files state to the parent component.For preventing files above the specified size from being uploaded.Determines the label of the component (e.g.The component will have the following props:

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The useState hook returns a stateful value which is the same as the value passed as the first argument, and a function to update it.įor our purposes, we will need state to keep track of the uploaded files. Since we are creating a functional component and need to use state, we will use the useState hook. Lastly, within the file-upload folder, create 2 new files.

This makes it easier to find the logic and styles for each component.įollowing this convention, create a components folder in the src folder and then a file-upload folder within the components folder.

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To install them, run npm i styled-components node-sass.Ī good convention for structuring folders and files is to create a components folder that has a folder for each component.

For compiling Sass styles used in styled components (Optional, can use CSS).

styled components allow for style encapsulation and creating.

Remove all files in the src folder except So, run the following commands in a terminal/command-line:Įnter fullscreen mode Exit fullscreen mode

If you are familiar with building React applications, the easiest way to set up a new React project is by using create-react-app. Prerequisite: Node (for installing npm packages)

Note: this should also be done on the backend for security reasons.

preventing user from uploading files bigger than a specified size.

removing files in the "To Upload" section.

displaying image preview for image files.

drag and drop without using any libraries.

So, I thought I'd share how I made the component and show a typical use case for it.įigure 1: File upload component used in a form (example use case)įigure 2: Responsive file upload component Most of the file upload components online used libraries such as react-dropzone to support drag and drop. Support us with a monthly donation and help us continue our activities.While working on a React project, I implemented a responsive file upload component that supports drag and drop without using any libraries. More examples for this can be found in `react-dropzone`s own ( ). *Note*: using ( ) for testing is not supported at the moment, see ( ). Install it from npm and include it in your React build process (using ( ), ( ), etc). Simple React hook to create a HTML5-compliant drag'n'drop zone for files.ĭocumentation and examples at.