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== How to access the File Manager ==
To access the File Manager click on the corresponding icon in the Files section of your cPanel.
[[File:1_3.jpg]]
Then you will be able to pick the directory for which to open File Manager:
[[File:img4.jpg]]
The File Manager appears as follows:
[[File:image15.jpg]]

== Creating a new folder ==
Folders are a very useful way of adding an organization and a structure to your account. They make the maintenance of the site much easier. You can easily list the files in every folder. Most web sites include at least an /image folder to keep all the image files separately.

Step 1:
Click on the New Folder link.
[[File:image16.jpg]]
Step 2: Enter the name of the new folder and define the location where it will be created.
Step 3: Click on the Create New Folder button. The new folder will appear in the chosen location.

== Uploading files in File Manager ==
You can start uploading files through File Manager by clicking on the Upload icon.
[[File:image17.jpg]]
How to upload files in File Manager:
Step 1: Navigate to the folder where you want to upload your files.
Step 2: Click on the Upload icon.
Step 3: Click on the Browse button next to one of the top fields.
Step 4: Search for and double-click on the first file to upload. The upload will start automatically.
Step 5: Repeat the above steps for each file you want to upload.
Step 6: Click on the Overwrite existing files check box if you want to overwrite existing files with the same name.

You can download files from the server to your personal computer through the Download option.

You can copy and move files between the account's folders through the Copy and Move File functionalities. You can Rename and Delete the existing files through the corresponding options.

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		+	== Map an FTP drive ==
		+	You can create or map a drive directly to your FTP site from within Windows. To do so, open File Explorer > Computer (This PC). Right-click and select Map Network Drive.
		+	[[File:Map-network-drive-option.png\|center\|frame\|link=]]
		+	In the box which opens, type the ftp address or the path to your network drive or browse to it using the Browse button. Your folder Properties must be set to Shared in order to map it as a network drive. You will get the setting under Properties > Sharing tab > Advanced Sharing > Check the Share this folder option.<br/>
		+	Check the Reconnect at sign-in option to make the mapping permanent. If you plan to use credentials from the networked computer to access the shared folder, check the Connect using different credentials option and click OK. You will asked to enter the username and password Next.
		+	[[File:Map-network-drive-wizard.png\|center\|frame\|link=]]
		+	You will now have to enter the credentials for the user account, using the following format in the username name field so that your system knows which networked computer it is going to connect to – Computer\Username.
		+	<br/>
		+	Once you have done this, you will be able to see it in Explorer.
		+
		+	== Add Network Location ==
		+	If you wish to add a Network Location, when you right-click on My PC (See first image), select Add a network location. From the Map FTP Drive box, you can also select the link at the bottom that reads, Connect to a website that you can use to store your documents and pictures. The Add Network Location wizard will open. Click Next and then Choose a custom network location. Click Next again. Now specify the Internet or network address or browser to the location. Click Next.
		+	[[File:thewindowsclub.png\|center\|frame\|link=]]
		+	Uncheck Log for anonymously and give the username & password. Click on Next. Give a name to the networked location, when asked. Click Next again. Now select Open this network location when I click Finish.
		+	[[File:username1.png\|center\|frame\|link=]]
		+	You will be asked to enter your credentials, and once you do so, you will be connected to your network drive or your FTP drive or your website.
		+	[[File:address.png\|center\|frame\|link=]]
		+	This is quite useful if you need to connect your computers together for sharing files, store files online or run a website.
		+	<br/>
		+	If you want, you can also download and use one of these free FTP Clients for your Windows PC. We recommend [http://www.coreftp.com CoreFTP]

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-== How to access the File Manager ==
+== Creating an FTP Account ==
-To access the File Manager click on the corresponding icon in the Files section of your cPanel.
+Step 1: Login to cPanel
-[[File:1_3.jpg|center|frame|link=]]
+Step 2: Click the FTP Accounts button in the Files section.
-Then you will be able to pick the directory for which to open File Manager:
+[[File:ftp-accounts-button-cpanel.png|center|frame|link=]]
-[[File:img4.jpg|center|frame|link=]]
+Step 3: In the Add FTP Account section, fill in the fields as needed. Below is a brief description of the options.
-The File Manager appears as follows:
+<table class="article_table">
-[[File:image15.jpg|center|frame|link=]]
+<tbody>
-== Creating a new folder ==
+<tr>
-Folders are a very useful way of adding an organization and a structure to your account. They make the maintenance of the site much easier. You can easily list the files in every folder. Most web sites include at least an /image folder to keep all the image files separately.
+  <td><strong>Login:</strong></td>
-Step 1:
+<tr>
-Click on the New Folder link.
+  <td><strong>Password:</strong></td>
-[[File:image16.jpg|center|frame|link=]]
+<td>Enter a strong password in this field. Need help creating a secure password? Use the <strong>Password Generator</strong> button</td>
-Step 2: Enter the name of the new folder and define the location where it will be created.
+</tr>
-Step 3: Click on the Create New Folder button. The new folder will appear in the chosen location.
-== Uploading files in File Manager ==
+<tr>
-You can start uploading files through File Manager by clicking on the Upload icon.
+  <td><strong>Password (Again):</strong></td>
-[[File:image17.jpg|center|frame|link=]]
+<td>Enter the same password here, to confirm the spelling.</td>
-How to upload files in File Manager:
+</tr>
-Step 1: Navigate to the folder where you want to upload your files.
-Step 2: Click on the Upload icon.
-Step 3: Click on the Browse button next to one of the top fields.
-Step 4: Search for and double-click on the first file to upload. The upload will start automatically.
-Step 5: Repeat the above steps for each file you want to upload.
-Step 6: Click on the Overwrite existing files check box if you want to overwrite existing files with the same name.
-You can download files from the server to your personal computer through the Download option.
+<tr>
-You can copy and move files between the account's folders through the Copy and Move File functionalities. You can Rename and Delete the existing files through the corresponding options.
+<tr>