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Fix InvalidFileError

in Playwright

Solution

The "InvalidFileError" in Playwright usually means the file path provided to methods like `setInputFiles` or `getByRole('button', {name: 'upload'}).setInputFiles` is incorrect or the file doesn't exist at that location. To fix it, carefully verify the file path in your code is accurate, ensuring it's relative to the Playwright context or an absolute path. Also, double-check the file actually exists at the specified location.

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Timeline

First reported:Dec 5, 2025
Last reported:Dec 5, 2025

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