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Dynamically Populate SPO List With Files From Specific Folder?
Can I dynamically populate a field in a SPO list (when a new item is being added) with a list of files (user will select one file) from a specific doc library or folder?
you should be able to do that with a powerapps form. the first screen lets the user select the file, then redirects to the next form with the fields filled into based on the files content.
have you tried that?
I have worked with PowerApps some recently and I would prefer if users submitted their requests from a PowerApps form rather than clicking "Add new item" on a SP list page.
I really only need users to provide a file name in the form. However, I need to present the user with a list of available files in a doc library. Once they select a file, there no need to retrieve additional details about the file as the filename is all that I need.
Can you provide a link or details on how to create a drop-down list of filenames from a doc library within PowerApps?
Thank you for taking the time to provide a response!
Hi,
I don't have a link. You would just create a new data source on your form pointing to the library. Then add a drop down control and set its Items property to the Items property of the data source you added.
I believe you could still use the method I described before and the Lookup column for File Names would then be available for you to use in your PowerApps form just like any other column in your list.
- Thanks Kevin.
