Description
Google Drive’s thumbnail links appear to expire after a certain period, and other data sources may not provide reliable or consistent thumbnails. To address this, implementing a general thumbnail service is essential. This service would:
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Generate Thumbnails: Automatically create thumbnails for documents lacking reliable thumbnails, such as files from unsupported or inconsistent sources.
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Store Thumbnails: Persistently store generated thumbnails in a secure, accessible location to ensure they remain available regardless of source limitations.
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Integrate Seamlessly: Provide a unified interface for retrieving thumbnails, whether generated or sourced, simplifying integration with various data sources.
This approach ensures consistent thumbnail availability across all document sources while decoupling the thumbnail handling logic from individual data connectors.