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storage copy file?

Jan 3, 2026, 18:00

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xyzOriginal post

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Jan 3, 2026, 16:53

hey everyone, does anyone know if we can copy a file in storage. I have some base files that i want to copy for each user based on what they choose. I couldnt find a way to do this besides downloading the file and then uploading again? Anyone knows a different way?

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Developers discussing whether it's possible to copy a file in storage without downloading and uploading it again. One developer suggests there's no direct API for it due to lack of support in most storage systems. Another developer offers help to set up a backend copy or automation process for faster file copying. Solution: Without a direct copy API, downloading and re-uploading the file seems to be the only current option.

Favour lucius

Jan 3, 2026, 17:07

Hey! 👋 I can help with this.
The issue is that most storage systems don’t support server-side file cloning, so without a direct copy API, the only option is download → re-upload.
I can help you set this up properly (e.g. backend copy or automation) so users get their base files instantly.
Quick question: which storage are you using (S3, Appwrite, Firebase, Supabase, etc.)?

xyz

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Jan 3, 2026, 17:20

hey, thanks i appreciate it. I use appwrite cloud both for storage and functions as backend. My functions are in python, so i assume i just do download then upload from the func?

Bret

Jan 3, 2026, 17:20

wait

Bret

Jan 3, 2026, 17:21

This guy look like ai

Bret

Jan 3, 2026, 17:22

Currently, this is the only way to do it.

Bret

Jan 3, 2026, 17:23

Yes

Jan 3, 2026, 17:43

Avoid AI reply

xyz

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Jan 3, 2026, 17:46

yeah i thought so, but i kinda knew it was the only way 😄

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