Laravel API — File Upload Fix for PUT / PATCH Requests

Easily handle file uploads in Laravel API when using PUT or PATCH requests — avoid common issues where files don’t show up and $request->file() returns null.

👉 Read the full guide: https://itstuffsolutiotions.io/how-to-fix-file-uploads-with-put-patch-in-laravel-api/

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🔧 Why This Repo

When updating resources via API (PUT / PATCH), multipart/form-data with files often fails — the request appears empty. This repo demonstrates a reliable fix/workaround so file uploads work seamlessly even on updates.

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✅ What You’ll Learn / Benefit

• Why standard PUT/PATCH + multipart/form-data fails in PHP/Laravel
• How to fix it (spoof HTTP method, use POST + _method) and ensure file data reaches backend properly
• Best practices for file validation and secure storage (file type, size, MIME checking, storage location)
• Example code and request setup for APIs accepting uploads + other fields

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