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id: 17
title: Upload files with drag and drop
state: open
author:
  name: k33g
  email: ph.charriere@gmail.com
createdAt: 2026-09-18T00:00:00.000Z
updatedAt: 2026-09-18T00:00:00.000Z
labels: []
body: |
  Add the ability to upload files to the workspace using drag and drop.

  Requirements:
  - Drag and drop files from the host OS into the browser
  - Upload files to the workspace directory (under `--cwd`)
  - Visual feedback during drag (drop zone highlight)
  - Progress indication for uploads
  - Support for multiple files
  - Support for directories (optional)

  Implementation considerations:
  - Backend: New endpoint for file uploads (e.g., `POST /api/upload` or extend `PUT /api/file`)
  - Frontend: Drag and drop handlers on the workspace panel or file tree
  - Should respect the existing 5 MiB file size limit (or adjust if needed)
  - Binary file handling (currently rejected with 415)
  - Destination path selection (drop on directory vs. root)
  - File tree refresh after upload

  Related existing functionality:
  - `PUT /api/file` already handles file writes (text only, <5 MiB)
  - File tree displays the workspace contents
  - Binary files currently rejected (415 Unsupported Media Type)

  Open questions:
  - Allow binary file uploads or keep text-only restriction?
  - Maximum total upload size (per request or cumulative)?
  - Overwrite confirmation for existing files?
  - Should drop target be the entire workspace panel, specific file tree area, or both?
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