keybase / keybase/client

[FEATURE REQUEST] Attach files in the Android app

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Description

Currently, clicking the "Attach" button in the Android App allows you to Upload Photo or Upload Video but not arbitrary files. The desktop client allows you to upload arbitrary files, so why not the Android App?

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Research direction

Start by tracing the Android app's Attach button and its existing Upload Photo and Upload Video paths. Compare these with the desktop client's arbitrary-file upload flow. Done means the Android app can select and upload arbitrary files through Attach, in addition to photos and videos.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, react-native
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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