IFileService

Methods

1. DownloadFile

   • Initiates the download of a file with the given name and data.

   • Suitable for dynamically generating and offering files to the user, such as CSV exports or reports.

   Task DownloadFile(string name, byte[] data);

   • Parameters:

     • name: The name of the file to be downloaded (including the extension, e.g., "example.csv").

     • data: The byte array representing the content of the file.

   • Usage Example: Exporting table data as a CSV file for download.

2. UploadFile

   • Allows the user to upload a file through the web interface and returns the uploaded file for further processing.

   • This method provides integration with Blazor's IBrowserFile for easy file handling.

   Task<IBrowserFile> UploadFile();

   • Returns: An IBrowserFile instance representing the uploaded file.

   • Usage Example: Importing data from a CSV file to populate or update a table.

Integration

The IFileService is commonly used in conjunction with plugins or components that require file operations, such as the Exporter Plugin, which leverages this service to enable data export and import functionality.

Key Features

• Streamlines file handling for web applications.

• Simplifies both download and upload processes with minimal code.

• Ensures compatibility with Blazor's file-handling capabilities.

By implementing or extending the IFileService, developers can customize the file-handling behavior to suit specific application needs. Let me know if you'd like more examples or details!