Overview
desktop_drop is a Flutter plugin that enables file dragging and dropping into desktop applications built with Flutter. It supports macOS, Windows, and Linux, allowing users to interact with files directly by dragging them onto the app interface. The plugin integrates seamlessly with Flutter's gesture system and provides a simple API to handle dropped file paths. It’s ideal for apps requiring file input without traditional file selection dialogs. Compatible with Android and Web as well, though drag-and-drop functionality is primarily intended for desktop platforms.
Use cases
- File import in desktop apps
- Drag-and-drop interfaces
- Desktop file management tools
- Media upload workflows
- Custom file input experiences
Key features
- Supports macOS, Windows, and Linux
- Simple drag-and-drop API
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Handles multiple file drops
- Integrates with Flutter's gesture system
Suitable for
- Desktop application developers
- File-heavy desktop apps
- Apps needing intuitive file input
- Developers building creative tools
- UI-focused desktop experiences
Considerations
- Limited functionality on mobile and web
- Requires platform-specific setup
- No built-in file preview or processing
- May need custom validation for file types
- Not designed for touch-based gestures on mobile