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Saving new files from Microsoft Word App runs into error

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Description

Hi guys,

we have the problem, that saving new files directly from Microsoft Word App on iPad runs into an error.

Steps to reproduce
  1. Create new file in Word
  2. Click Save -> Files App -> Nextcloud
  3. Click Move
  4. Error message "Sorry, something went wrong and this file can't open." is shown
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Environment data

iOS version: 17.4.1

Nextcloud iOS app version: 5.2.5.2

Nextcloud version: 27.1.5

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Research direction

The issue names no source files, tests, or entry points. First reproduce the save flow from Microsoft Word on iPad through Files and Nextcloud using the listed versions, then trace the iOS Files integration; done means newly created Word files save successfully without the reported error.

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Assessment

Tech stack
ios, swift
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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