Using the File Manager in cPanel
The File Manager is a powerful tool in cPanel that allows you to manage files and folders on your web hosting account. With the File Manager, you can upload, download, move, copy, rename, and delete files and folders, as well as edit files and change their permissions. In this article, we'll show you how to use the File Manager in cPanel to manage your website's files and folders.
Accessing the File Manager
To access the File Manager in cPanel, follow these steps:
- Log in to your cPanel account using your username and password.
- Navigate to the "Files" section and click on "File Manager".
- Choose the directory you want to open (e.g., public_html) and click "Go".
Using the File Manager
Once you're in the File Manager, you'll see a file and folder list on the left-hand side of the screen and a preview pane on the right-hand side. Here are some common tasks you can perform using the File Manager:
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Uploading files: To upload files to your hosting account, click on the "Upload" button in the top toolbar. You can then drag and drop files from your computer to the upload area, or click "Select File" to browse for files on your computer.
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Creating folders: To create a new folder, click on the "New Folder" button in the top toolbar. Enter a name for the folder and click "Create New Folder".
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Moving files and folders: To move files and folders, select the items you want to move by clicking on their checkboxes. Then click on the "Move" button in the top toolbar, select the destination folder, and click "Move File(s)".
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Copying files and folders: To copy files and folders, select the items you want to copy by clicking on their checkboxes. Then click on the "Copy" button in the top toolbar, select the destination folder, and click "Copy File(s)".
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Renaming files and folders: To rename a file or folder, right-click on it and select "Rename". Enter a new name and click "Rename File" or "Rename Folder".
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Deleting files and folders: To delete files and folders, select the items you want to delete by clicking on their checkboxes. Then click on the "Delete" button in the top toolbar and confirm the action by clicking "Delete File(s)" or "Delete Folder(s)".
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Editing files: To edit a file, right-click on it and select "Edit". Make the necessary changes to the file and click "Save Changes".
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Changing file permissions: To change the permissions of a file or folder, right-click on it and select "Change Permissions". Select the appropriate permissions for the file or folder and click "Change Permissions".
Conclusion
The File Manager is a powerful tool that allows you to manage files and folders on your web hosting account. With the File Manager, you can easily upload, download, move, copy, rename, and delete files and folders, as well as edit files and change their permissions. We hope this article has helped you understand how to use the File Manager in cPanel. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our support team.
