The File Field

The File field allows uploading and managing attached files, with multiple configuration options to suit different storage and display needs.

Field Structure

• Field type: File upload
• Multiple files: Configurable
• Allowed formats: Customizable
• Maximum size: Set per field

Configuration

• File types: Restriction by extensions
• Labels: Unique identification for each file field
• Preview: Preview of images and documents
• Versions: Automatic generation of thumbnails

Association with resources

Unlike other fields, files:

• Are associated through unique labels
• Are not stored in the metadata
• Can have multiple versions
• Maintain their own metadata

Practical example

Scenario: Configure a field for supporting documents:

1. Label: “attached_documents”
2. Type: File
3. Allowed formats: PDF, DOCX, XLSX
4. Maximum size: 10MB per file
5. Multiple files: Yes (up to 5)

Each file associated with a resource can be seen in its identified label, each with a different color. It is possible to view it from the detail view of each resource or from the edit form once the resource has been uploaded and saved.