Directus Extension URL File Import (Operation)

This extension adds a URL File Import Operation to Directus.

It is similar to the import function in the FilesService with the following (extra) features.

Multiple HTTP Methods

You can specify the HTTP method like 'GET,POST' etc.

Import URL

Set the URL from where you want to import any file from the web.

HTTP Headers

You can set HTTP Headers. Some external URL's will need API keys or Auth tokens. You can specify these here.

Folder

This can be used to enter the (virtual) folder id where the file should be linked to in Directus.

Body

You can send a HTTP Body if needed.

Installation

First build your extension

cd directus-extension-url-file-import
npm run build

Then make sure to copy this folder into /directus/extensions (eg. docker) or /directus/api/extensions (local) and restart your app.