File Link Datalist Formatter Plugin

Introduction

The File Link Datalist Formatter Plugin simplifies accessing attachments by displaying File Upload and Image Upload columns in a datalist as clickable download links, allowing users to view or download files directly without opening the form, and it specifically applies to File Upload and Image Upload elements.

Plugin information

Plugins Available in the Bundle:

• File Link Datalist Formatter Plugin

This plugin bundle is compatible with Joget DX 8 

Get started

Where to get the plugin

You can download this plugin from the Joget Marketplace.

How to install

1. Click Download on this plugin screen (It will be a .jar file).
2. Go to your Joget localhost or server. In the Joget Console, go to Admin Bar > Systems Settings > Manage Plugins and click the Upload Plugins button.
3. Under Upload Plugin, select the plugin .jar file you downloaded and click Upload.
4. Depending on the plugin type, you can now view your new plugin in your form, List, or UI Builder.
5. Remember to uninstall the old plugin before uploading a new version.
6. The Joget Knowledge Base has more information on managing and developing plugins.

How to use it

1. In Form Builder, ensure that the file upload field is configured with the Download as attachment option enabled.
   
2. In List Builder, update the formatter settings for the file upload column, as shown in the image below.
   
3. For reference, see the attached demo app provided on this page.

Expected Outcome

Here’s how the plugin should appear and function after implementation:

• The datalist displays a column with a hyperlink formatted as specified.

• The file link works for both File Upload and Image Upload form elements.

• Users can download uploaded files directly from the datalist without opening the form

Download plugin

Download the plugin from the Joget Marketplace.

Download Sample App