python-eel/Eel

Filesystem access

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#755 opened on Dec 13, 2024

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help wanted

Description

Basically that https://github.com/python-eel/Eel/issues/76

Isn't there a way allowing javascript to access local files like Electron offers? I'm trying to build app that can show user's local files

Contributor guide

Tech stack
pythonjavascripthtml
Domain
desktopfull stack
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
half day
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Basic PythonBasic JavaScriptFamiliarity with Eel library
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
40
Research direction
Review the existing issue #76 for context on previous discussion about filesystem access. Examine Eel's source code to understand how JavaScript communicates with Python (likely via websockets or HTTP). Consider implementing a simple file dialog or read API that exposes Python's file handling through a JavaScript callable. Look at how Electron handles file access for inspiration, but adapt to Eel's simpler architecture.