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FTP Link

Document Link Grooper.Messaging

Represents a reference to a file on an FTP file server.

Remarks

The FTP Link class enables Batch Folder objects to reference files located on remote FTP servers, allowing Grooper to process, extract, and manage documents stored externally. This is essential for scenarios where documents must remain in external storage, or where rapid ingestion of large volumes is required without duplicating file data.

When a document is imported using an FTP-based Import Provider in sparse mode, an FTP Link is created and attached to the Batch Folder instead of copying the file. This allows Grooper to defer content loading until it is needed, optimizing storage and performance for high-volume or distributed environments.

FTP Link exposes connection properties such as 'Relative File Path', 'Server Uri', 'User Name', 'Password', and 'Enable SSL', which must be configured to establish a connection to the FTP server and locate the desired file. These properties are typically set during import or can be edited manually to update connection details.

The class provides commands for loading, saving, and deleting content on the FTP server, supporting full lifecycle management of external documents from within Grooper. When content is accessed, Grooper uses the configured connection information to authenticate and stream the file as needed.

Usage Guidance

  • Use FTP Link to reference files stored on FTP servers, enabling integration with external content repositories and file systems.
  • Configure the connection properties to match your FTP server's address, authentication, and encryption requirements.
  • Use the provided commands to load content into Grooper, save changes back to the server, or delete files as part of your workflow.
  • FTP Link is essential for scenarios where documents must remain in external storage, or where rapid ingestion of large volumes is required without duplicating file data.

For more information, see the documentation for Batch Folder, Content Link, and Import Provider.

Properties

NameTypeDescription
General
Server Connection
ContentLink
FTP Link
Document Link

Context Menu Commands

Command Shortcut Description
description Delete File Deletes the linked file from the FTP server and removes the FTP Link from the Batch Folder.
file_copy Load Content Loads the linked file from the FTP server and stores it locally as an attachment for the Batch Folder.
file_copy Save Content Writes the native file version from the Batch Folder to the FTP server, updating or creating the external file.
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