# File/Upload Fields

File/Upload fields serve as a storage point for various file types, allowing you to attach documents, images, or other files to a record. They offer easy uploading and secure storage options, accommodating diverse file formats.

## Supported File Types

Below is a table of the supported file types you can upload to Noloco:

| File Type            | Extension(s)                                            |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| JSON                 | .json                                                   |
| PDF                  | .pdf                                                    |
| XML                  | .xml                                                    |
| Audio                | .3gpp, .3gpp2, .aac, .mp3, .wav, .webm                  |
| Image                | .bmp, .gif, .heic, .jpeg, .jpg, .ico, .png, .svg, .webp |
| Email                | .eml                                                    |
| CSS                  | .css                                                    |
| CSV                  | .csv                                                    |
| HTML                 | .html                                                   |
| Markdown             | .md                                                     |
| JavaScript           | .js                                                     |
| Plain Text           | .txt                                                    |
| Video                | .3gpp, .3gpp2, .mpeg, .mp4, .mov, .webm                 |
| Compressed Files     | .zip, .7z                                               |
| Microsoft Word       | .doc, .docx, .dotx                                      |
| Microsoft Excel      | .xls, .xlsx, .xltx                                      |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | .ppt, .pptx, .potx, .ppsx                               |
| Microsoft Outlook    | .msg                                                    |

{% hint style="info" %}
If there's a file type you'd like us to support that isn't listed here, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your request in our [community forum](https://community.noloco.io/c/feature-requests/7). Your suggestion helps us improve Noloco and better meet your needs.
{% endhint %}

## Configuration Options

* **Multiple Files** Allow users to upload multiple files to a single field
* **File Type Restrictions** Limit which file types can be uploaded (images only, documents only, etc.) These can be limited in the forms / action buttons the file field is used in

## Use Cases

File/Upload fields are essential for:

* Document management systems
* Image galleries and portfolios
* Resume and CV storage
* Contract and agreement storage
* Product images and specifications
* User profile pictures
* Report and invoice attachments

## Best Practices

* Set appropriate file type restrictions based on your use case
* Consider file size limits to manage storage costs
* Use descriptive field names that indicate what types of files should be uploaded
* File fields work well in forms for document collection
* Consider organizing files with clear naming conventions
* Use multiple file uploads when users need to submit several related documents


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