React File Uploads with Filestack in 2 minutes
A walkthrough on how to add file uploading capabilities to a React application using the filestack-react library. This short, animated guide covers the entire process from the initial npm install to rendering a fully configured component.
This video covers the following steps
Installing the filestack-react package via npm.
Importing the PickerOverlay component into your project.
Implementing the component with the required API key prop.
Using the onUploadDone callback to receive upload results.
Configuring the uploader's behavior with the pickerOptions prop to set file limits, accepted MIME types, and available sources.
This method provides a straightforward way to handle file ingestion without building a custom backend solution.
RESOURCES FROM THE VIDEO
To follow along with this tutorial, you will need a Filestack API key. You can get one by registering for a free account. The documentation provides a full list of all available configuration options.
Get Your API Key: https://tinyurl.com/26kra4zd
Filestack React Documentation https://tinyurl.com/4jcekmdw
If you have any questions about the implementation, feel free to ask in the comments.
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Compatibility Notice. The filestack-react library currently supports React versions 16, 17, and 18. If you are starting a new project, please ensure you are using a compatible version of React. Support for React 19 is coming soon.