convex-file-storage

Complete file handling with uploads, URL serving, generated file storage, deletion, and metadata access in Convex. Handle file uploads, storage, serving, and management in Convex applications with proper patterns for images, documents, and generated files. Before implementing, do not assume; fetch the latest documentation: Convex provides built-in file storage with: - Supports three-step upload flow: generate upload URL via mutation, POST file to storage endpoint, save reference to database - Serves files via automatic URL generation and handles diverse file types (images, PDFs, videos) with type-specific display logic - Stores generated files from actions (PDFs, images) directly to storage using ctx.storage.store() with Blob conversion - Accesses file metadata including creation time, SHA256 hash, content type, and size via the _storage system table - Includes client-side validation for file type and size, preview generation, and cascading deletion of storage and database records - Primary: - Upload Files: - Serve Files: - For broader context: - Automatic URL generation for serving files - Support for any file type (images, PDFs, videos, etc.) - File metadata via the _storage system table - Integration with mutations and actions - Never run npx convex deploy unless explicitly instructed - Never run any git commands unless explicitly instructed - Validate file types and sizes...