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Create a file message

Create a file message from a path relative to the SDK data directory.

Construct a file message object using a relative path within the SDK initialization data directory. When sending via Send a message, the SDK automatically uploads the file and tracks transfer progress.

Code example

String filePath = "documents/annual_report.pdf";
String fileName = "Annual_Report.pdf";

Message message = OpenIMClient.getInstance().messageManager.createFileMessage(
    filePath,
    fileName
);

Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description
`filePath`	`String`	Yes	File path relative to the SDK initialization data directory.
`fileName`	`String`	Yes	Display name of the file (such as `Annual_Report.pdf`), used by the receiver for display and saving.

Return value

Returns the created Message object with contentType set to MessageType.FILE.

State changes after the call

Local initialization: Initializes the local Message structure without starting network uploads.
Transmission: Call Send a message to upload and send the file. For absolute local filesystem paths, see Create a file message from a local path.

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