Uploading Files with a POST Request in Postman

Learn multiple ways you can upload actual files in a POST request using Postman.

For more information on sending body data and header requirements, read more here:
https://learning.postman.com/docs/sen...

The HTTP POST request method is meant to transfer data to a server.

Most people are familiar with sending data in a POST request as query string parameters, as shown here, or in the body of the request itself as either raw text or JSON.

Another way to send data in a POST request is to upload an actual file. Here are two ways to do that in Postman.

Using Form Data:
1. Click the form-data button.
2. Find the hidden dropdown on the right side of the box, change it from text to file.
3. Click Select Files, upload your file (e.g., a PDF), and give it a key name.
4. Click Send to see the uploaded file in the response under the files object.

Using Binary Data:
1. Click the binary button.
2. Click Select File, upload your file, and click Send.

Both methods allow you to upload files via a POST request.

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