How can I handle file uploads in Laravel?

How can I handle file uploads in Laravel?

You can handle file uploads in Laravel using the Storage facade and the request object. First, ensure your form has the enctype='multipart/form-data' attribute.

What code do I need to write to store a file?

You can use the following code in your controller: request()->file('your_file_input_name')->store('uploads'); This will store the file in the storage/app/uploads directory.

How do I validate the uploaded file?

You can validate the file in your request like this: request()->validate(['your_file_input_name' => 'required|file|mimes:jpg,png,pdf|max:2048']); This ensures the file is required, of specific types, and under a certain size.

Can I rename the file before saving it?

Yes, you can rename the file by using the storeAs method: request()->file('your_file_input_name')->storeAs('uploads', 'new_filename.jpg');.