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Learn how to configure Gradle's ZIP task to preserve your custom folder hierarchy while zipping directories.
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Understanding the Issue: Custom Folder Hierarchy in Gradle ZIP Task

When working with Gradle, you may often find yourself needing to zip files while maintaining a specific folder structure. For instance, you might want to create a zip file with the following hierarchy:

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However, if you're not careful with your task configuration, you might end up with an unexpected output where your folder structure looks like this:

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This can be particularly frustrating if you have a specific organization for your files that you want to maintain. Let’s explore how to achieve the desired output by adjusting your Gradle ZIP task configuration.

The Provided Code

To understand the solution better, let’s look at the original Gradle ZIP task configuration that led to the issue:

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In this setup, it seems that the paths specified for the directories in the from clause could be causing issues with how the files are nested within the zip.

Solution: Preserving the Desired Folder Hierarchy

Step 1: Adjusting the Paths

To fix the folder structure and ensure that it reflects your intended format, the key change is to modify the from paths and eliminate the use of the into directive from the conflicting fileTree sections.

Step 2: Updated Code

Here is the modified version of your ZIP task configuration, which maintains the desired folder hierarchy effectively:

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Explanation of the Changes

Removing /bin from the path: The original zipped hierarchy was skewed by directing contents specifically from the bin sub-folder. By modifying it to from fileTree("${projectDir}/path/export"), we avoid this nesting issue entirely.

Omitting the into directive: By eliminating the into statements for the file trees, Gradle will now maintain the original folder structure as it finds in the specified directories, resulting in the intended output.

Conclusion: Simplifying Your Gradle ZIP Task

By making these essential adjustments, you can zip folders in Gradle while keeping your custom folder hierarchy intact. This method not only keeps your files organized but also enhances the usability of the zipped package.

Now, with the correct configuration, you can be sure that your ZIP file will reflect the desired structure, making it easier for you and others to work with. Happy zipping!