What is BLOB in SAP MP-APP-CR - Collaboration Room?

SAP Term: BLOB

• Component: MP-APP-CR

• Component Name: Collaboration Room

• Description: Short for binary large object. Technical type in SAP C-ROOM DM. A collection of binary data stored as a single entity in a database management system. BLOBS cannot contain lower-level or higher-level elements. They are used primarily to hold objects such as files, images, videos, and sound. Not all database management systems support BLOBs.

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• Key Concepts: 
  BLOB stands for Binary Large Object. It is a data type used to store large amounts of binary data, such as images, audio, and video files. In the context of the MP-APP-CR Collaboration Room, BLOBs are used to store documents and other files that are shared between users in the room. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use BLOBs in the MP-APP-CR Collaboration Room, users must first upload the file they wish to share. This can be done by clicking on the “Upload” button in the room. Once the file is uploaded, it will be stored as a BLOB in the room’s database. Other users in the room will then be able to access and download the file. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When uploading files to the MP-APP-CR Collaboration Room, it is important to remember that only certain file types are supported. Make sure to check the list of supported file types before attempting to upload a file. Additionally, it is recommended that users compress large files before uploading them in order to reduce their size and make them easier to share. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using BLOBs in the MP-APP-CR Collaboration Room, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use BLOBs in this context.