Python App to Upload and Read Files in Gradio
Your task for today is to build a simple web app with Gradio that lets users upload a .txt file and view its contents instantly in the browser. Here is a live demo of the app (link expires in one week).
This project teaches you how to accept file input from users, read basic text data, and display output — all in a user-friendly web interface.
📝 Project Task
The program should:
Use the
gradiolibrary to create a file upload interface.Let the user upload a
.txtfile.Read the content of the text file.
Display the content directly in the browser.
This is a beginner-friendly way to build interactive file tools and learn how to connect backend logic with user inputs.
📌 Expected Output
When you launch the app, you should see:
Once the user uploads a text file, the app displays the uploaded text file content:
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