Creating a File Upload Form with Five
In this brief guide, we will outline the steps to create a file upload form using the Five development environment. This process will enable users to upload files seamlessly within your web application.
Step 1: Start a New Application
Begin by logging into your Five dashboard and create a new application.
1.1 Click on Applications.
1.2 Click the yellow Plus icon to create a new app.
1.3 Enter a name like File Upload App.
1.4 Save by clicking the Tick icon.
Step 2: Create the Database Table
Next, you need to set up a database table to store file information.
2.1 Click on Data > Table Wizard.
2.2 Create a table named UploadedFiles.
2.3 Add fields such as FileName, FilePath, and UploadDate.
2.4 Save your table by clicking the Tick icon.
Step 3: Build the File Upload Form
Finally, create the actual upload form in the visual builder.
3.1 Navigate to Visual > Form Wizard.
3.2 Select the UploadedFiles table as the Main Data Source.
3.3 Add a file field to allow users to upload files.
3.4 Configure the field settings according to your needs (e.g., file type restrictions).
3.5 Save your form by clicking the Tick icon.
Deploy Your Application
Once done with the form, deploy your application to test the file upload feature.
4.1 Click on Deploy to Development.
4.2 Use the Run button to see your file upload form in action.
Congratulations! You have just created a file upload form in Five!
