https://github.com/hamed-gharghi/network-file-sharing-app-with-python
A simple Python application that allows users to share files over a local network. The app runs an HTTP server and provides an easy-to-use GUI to select directories and start/stop the server. Users can copy the server link for easy access to the shared files.
https://github.com/hamed-gharghi/network-file-sharing-app-with-python
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A simple Python application that allows users to share files over a local network. The app runs an HTTP server and provides an easy-to-use GUI to select directories and start/stop the server. Users can copy the server link for easy access to the shared files.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/hamed-gharghi/network-file-sharing-app-with-python
- Owner: Hamed-Gharghi
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-11-18T06:31:28.000Z (11 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-11-18T06:42:58.000Z (11 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-03-22T17:14:34.264Z (7 months ago)
- Language: Python
- Size: 10.7 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Network File Sharing App with Python
    
## Overview
**Network File Sharing App** is a Python-based tool designed to allow users to share files easily over a local network. This app runs a simple HTTP server and provides a user-friendly graphical interface for selecting directories, starting/stopping the server, and sharing files with other devices on the same network.
### Key Features
- **Easy File Sharing**: Share files and directories over your local network using a simple HTTP server.
- **Graphical User Interface (GUI)**: An intuitive interface to easily start and stop the file sharing server.
- **Network Link**: Displays the network IP address for easy access from other devices.
- **Link Copying**: A button to easily copy the server URL for sharing with others.
- **Cross-Platform Support**: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
## Badges
- **Build Status**: 
- **Version**: 
- **License**: 
## Tags
- **File Sharing**
- **Network Tools**
- **Python GUI**
- **HTTP Server**
- **Cross-Platform**
- **Local Network**
## Python Version
- **Python 3.6 or higher** is required to run this application. Ensure your Python environment meets this requirement.
## Getting Started
Follow these steps to set up and use the Network File Sharing App:
### Clone the Repository
```sh
git clone https://github.com/Hamed-Gharghi/Network-File-Sharing-App.git
cd Network-File-Sharing-App
```
### Install Dependencies
1. Make sure to install the required dependencies.
#### On Ubuntu
If you're using Ubuntu or any other Linux-based OS, you can install the dependencies with the following command:
```sh
pip install -r requirements.txt
```
#### On Windows
If you're using Windows, the process is the same. Open a Command Prompt or PowerShell window, navigate to your project directory, and run:
```sh
pip install -r requirements.txt
```
### Running the Application
1. **Activate Virtual Environment** (if using `myenv`):
- **Linux/macOS**:
```sh
source myenv/bin/activate
```
- **Windows**:
```sh
myenv\Scripts\activate
```
2. **Run the Application**:
```sh
python file_sharing_network_gui.py
```
This will start the server and display a link to access the shared files.
3. **GUI**:
- Use the "Start Server" button to start the file sharing server.
- The server link (your local network IP address) will appear below the button.
- You can copy this link using the "Copy Link" button to easily share it with others on the same network.
4. **Stop the Server**:
- Click "Stop Server" to stop the running server.
### How to Use
- **Connect to the same WiFi network**: Ensure all devices are connected to the same local network.
- **Turn off VPNs**: VPNs may block local network connections, so they should be disabled.
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for more details.
## Contributing
We welcome contributions to improve the Network File Sharing App. If you'd like to contribute, please fork the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request. Your help is much appreciated!
## Contact
- **Author**: Hamed Gharghi
- **Email**: [Hamedgharghi1@gmail.com](mailto:Hamedgharghi1@gmail.com)
- **GitHub Profile**: [Hamed-Gharghi](https://github.com/Hamed-Gharghi)
## Additional Resources
- **Python Documentation**: [https://docs.python.org/](https://docs.python.org/)
- **Tkinter Documentation**: [https://docs.python.org/3/library/tkinter.html](https://docs.python.org/3/library/tkinter.html)
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Thank you for using the Network File Sharing App! If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out through the contact details provided above.