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File uploader
<gcds-file-uploader>

Also called: file upload, file input, dropzone. A file uploader is a space to select and add supporting documentation.
  • GitHub
  • Figma

File uploader component preview

Problems file uploader solves

Use the file uploader to:
  • Allow a person to upload one or more files from a computer or device.
  • Review selected files to be uploaded.
Textareas for multi-line freeform responses. Buttons when you want to take a person to another page to access additional content or move to the next step in a task.
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2026-02-24