How can I filter filetypes in the browse function? 1

[Craigath]

I'm creating an open function for a program, that only has to and can open one type of file: xml.

With the following code you get a textfield and a browse button:

input type="file" name="open_dia" style="display:none"

but in this state the browse function shows all of the filetypes, jpgs or html files (those three options are available in the dropdownlist 'files of type'). But my question is, is there some way to let him show only xml files?

Thanks in advance
Craigath

 

[ChrisHunt]

In theory, you can define the type of file you want like this:

input type="file" accept="text/xml" name="open_dia" style="display:none">

However, I don't think any current browsers take much notice of the

accept

attribute :-( . -- Chris Hunt
Extra Connections Ltd

http://www.extracon.com

 

[frozenpeas]

You might have to use PHP or something instead.

forum434 frozenpeas

 

[Craigath]

hmmm... you're right chris, it does not work :s
I'll go and search for a solution in PHP.

Thanks for trying and the tip though!

Jos

 

[frozenpeas]

This might help to get you started:

http://www.devhood.com/tutorials/tutorial_details.aspx?tutorial_id=227

frozenpeas

 

[Craigath]

Thx Frozenpeas

that is a very helpful link, cause i also needed that information (uploading). So the link is double helpful for me.

Greetz Jos

 

[frozenpeas]

Glad to help - have fun! frozenpeas