PHP - Superglobals and Web Context
Which of the following is the correct way to access the name of an uploaded file with input name
userfile?Which of the following is the correct way to access the name of an uploaded file with input name userfile?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall the structure of $_FILES
Each uploaded file's info is stored in an array with keys like 'name', 'type', 'tmp_name', 'error', and 'size'.Step 2: Identify the correct key for the original filename
The key for the original filename is 'name', not 'filename' or 'file_name'.Final Answer:
$_FILES['userfile']['name'] -> Option DQuick Check:
Filename key = 'name' [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 'name' key to get original filename from $_FILES [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using 'filename' or 'file_name' instead of 'name'
- Confusing keys with other $_FILES elements
- Trying to access $_POST for file names
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