Overview
A Flutter package for Windows that provides a file and directory picker using native Windows common dialog controls. It enables seamless integration with the operating system's file browsing interface, ensuring a familiar user experience. The package is designed specifically for Windows platforms and leverages Win32 APIs for reliable and efficient file selection. It supports both single file and directory picking, making it ideal for desktop applications requiring file input.
Use cases
- Selecting files in desktop apps
- Choosing directories for data storage
- Integrating native file dialogs in Windows apps
- Handling file input in Windows-only Flutter projects
- Enabling file uploads from local Windows storage
Key features
- Uses native Windows dialog controls
- Supports file and directory selection
- Optimized for Windows platform
- Minimal setup with Flutter pub add
- Leverages Win32 APIs for reliability
Suitable for
- Windows desktop Flutter developers
- Apps needing native file pickers on Windows
- Projects requiring minimal cross-platform complexity
- Developers targeting Windows-specific workflows
- Applications with file input requirements
Considerations
- Limited to Windows platform only
- Requires Win32 API access
- No support for macOS or Linux
- Depends on external Win32 package
- Not suitable for multi-platform apps without additional logic