The file manager can come in handy for many different things. The most important aspect of the file manager is its ability to replace an FTP program. The file manager was designed to be a stand along file maintenance and management program utilizing a GUI (Graphical User Interface), so users can do common tasks for a site without opening anything more then a browser.

The first thing a user may notice is how simple the layout is. It’s opened in a new window so only the file manager is visible. This reduces the amount of clutter on screen and makes it easier for users to navigate. It’s designed to be intuitive, meaning easy to learn.

The design depicts a traditional file structure, starting with folders and moving on to single files. The system puts a user into the “root” directory for their account. There are a few options a user can use right from the start.

Create New Folder

The first option is to create a new folder within the current directory. Click on "Create New Folder" and a new section of the page appears on the top right.

Give the new folder a name and hit "Create." It will create a folder with the name specified in the current directory and give it a CHMOD (change mode) of 755 by default.

Upload file(s)

The next option is to upload a file or folder. Clicking on the link “Upload file(s)” will bring up a new page with a few options and boxes.

You may upload as many as twelve files or folders at a time, with the option of overwriting the existing files with the new ones being uploaded. Click on “Browser” and select the files that should be uploaded and click on “upload”. If the file(s) upload successfully, the directory will be loaded with a confirmation of the upload and the files' locations.

Folder & File Options

When the name of a file or folder is clicked a new window with many options will appear to the right. Here you have several choices for manipulating and editing files, including the assignment of new CHMOD values.

Show File

The show file section will load a new page and display the contents of the file.

Delete File:

You may delete a file and send it directly to the Trash.

Edit File

Clicking on "Edit" will load a new page with a very simple WYSIWYG editor and the file's contents within it. With this WYSIWYG you may edit and save the file. You may even change the file's name. This is useful for creating backup copies of a file.

Change Permissions

Here you may assign the CHMOD settings to a file or folder. A new window will appear with a selection of new settings.

A user can select each box as needed, or if they know the number to CHMOD the file to, they can simple enter that number in at the bottom and click on "Change." This will update the files CHMOD settings.

Rename File

Here you may rename the selected file.

Copy File

Here you may copy a file to a new location. This is another easy way to backup a file.

Move File

You may move a file to a new directory or another location within your account.

Trash

Click on the trash icon to empty its contents. Or click on a file within the trash to replace in its last location.

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