Overview
The file_selector_web package provides a web platform implementation for selecting files in Flutter applications. It enables users to browse and pick files from their device through a standardized interface, ensuring consistent behavior across different web browsers. Built as part of the Flutter ecosystem, it integrates seamlessly with the core file_selector package, allowing developers to write cross-platform file selection logic without platform-specific code. This package is essential for web apps that require file uploads or local file access.
Use cases
- File uploads in web apps
- User-driven file selection
- Cross-platform file picker integration
- Web-based document processing
- Data import from local files
Key features
- Web-only file selection
- Matches native file picker behavior
- Works with file_selector core
- Secure file access via browser APIs
- Minimal setup required
Suitable for
- Flutter web applications requiring file input
- Developers building file upload features
- Projects using file_selector across platforms
- Apps needing secure client-side file handling
- Web-based tools with document workflows
Considerations
- Only works on web platforms
- Relies on browser security policies
- Limited to user-initiated file selection
- Does not support directory selection
- Requires proper permissions in browser