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Uploading Objects

Learn how to upload files and folders to your S3-compatible storage bucket on KloudBean. Once your bucket is ready, you can easily upload objects and folders through the web interface.

Overview​

Once your bucket is ready, you can upload objects as well as folders. KloudBean provides a simple web interface for uploading files and folders directly to your bucket, with support for drag-and-drop functionality.

Prerequisites​

  • An existing S3 bucket on KloudBean that is ready to use
  • Files or folders ready to upload
  • Access to bucket with upload permissions

Uploading Objects​

Step 1: Access Objects Tab​

To upload, navigate to your bucket → Objects tab.

Here you will see all the objects in the bucket, which is empty at the moment.

Objects Tab

Step 2: Initiate Upload​

Click on "Upload" to upload files or folders.

Upload Button

Step 3: Select Files or Folders​

Once you click, it will open a prompt where you will select either:

  • Select Files: Choose individual files to upload
  • Select Folder: Choose an entire folder to upload

Select accordingly and then click "Upload File".

Upload Prompt

Step 4: Drag and Drop (Optional)​

Optionally, you can also drag and drop your files on this prompt, and they will be added automatically.

Drag and Drop

Step 5: Upload Complete​

You will see that objects are uploaded and are visible in the bucket.

To view an object, you can simply click on the object, and it will open.

Upload Features​

File Selection​

  • Single File: Select individual files to upload
  • Multiple Files: Select multiple files at once
  • Entire Folders: Upload complete folder structures
  • Drag and Drop: Drag files directly into the upload area

Upload Process​

  • Progress Tracking: Monitor upload progress in real-time
  • Automatic Organization: Files maintain their folder structure
  • Immediate Availability: Files are available immediately after upload
  • Error Handling: Failed uploads are clearly indicated

Viewing Uploaded Objects​

Accessing Objects​

Once objects are uploaded:

  1. View in List: All objects are listed in the Objects tab
  2. Click to Open: Click on any object to open/view it
  3. Object Details: View object name, size, and upload date
  4. Navigate Folders: Browse through folder structures if uploaded

Object Management​

  • View Objects: Click on objects to view them
  • Download Objects: Download objects directly from the bucket
  • Manage Permissions: Set permissions for individual objects
  • Organize: Create folders and organize objects

Best Practices​

  • Organize Files: Use folders to organize your files logically
  • Use Descriptive Names: Name files clearly for easy identification
  • Check File Sizes: Be aware of file size limits before uploading
  • Verify Uploads: Verify that files uploaded correctly after completion
  • Organize Structure: Plan your folder structure before uploading
  • Use Folders: Upload folders to maintain directory structures
  • Review Objects: Review uploaded objects to ensure they're correct

Troubleshooting​

Upload Fails​

  • Check Permissions: Verify you have upload permissions for the bucket
  • File Size: Check if file size exceeds limits
  • Network Issues: Ensure stable network connection
  • Storage Space: Verify bucket has available storage space
  • File Format: Ensure file format is supported

Files Not Appearing​

  • Refresh Page: Refresh the page to see newly uploaded files
  • Check Upload Status: Verify upload completed successfully
  • Wait a Moment: Allow a few seconds for files to appear
  • Check Folder: Ensure you're looking in the correct folder

Cannot View Objects​

  • Check Permissions: Verify object permissions allow viewing
  • Browser Issues: Try a different browser or clear cache
  • Object Format: Ensure object format is supported by browser
  • Contact Support: If issues persist, contact support

Next Steps​