How do I handle file uploads in Laravel?

How do I handle file uploads in Laravel?

In Laravel, you can handle file uploads using the request object. You can use the file method to retrieve the uploaded file.

What do I need to do to store the uploaded files?

You can store uploaded files using the store method on the uploaded file instance. You can specify the disk and directory.

Can I validate the file before uploading?

Yes, you can validate files using Laravel's validation rules. You can specify rules like 'mimes' or 'max' in your request validation.

What if I want to store files in a specific directory?

You can specify the directory when calling the store method, like this: $request->file('your_file')->store('uploads');.