What is the File Manager?

The File Manager provides a convenient way to interact with your server’s files without requiring FTP software. You can:

• Upload or download files.

• Edit configuration files (e.g., server settings).

• Manage plugins, mods, or scripts.

• Organize files into folders.

Accessing the File Manager

1. Log In: Go to panel.cptcr.cc and log in.

2. Select Your Server: Click on the server you want to manage.

3. Open the File Manager: From the server control panel, click the File Manager option in the sidebar.

Key Features of the File Manager

1. Viewing Files and Folders

• The File Manager displays your server’s files and directories in a familiar folder-tree structure.

• Navigate folders by clicking on them to view their contents.

2. Uploading Files

To upload files:

1. Click the Upload button in the top-right corner.

2. Drag and drop files into the upload area or click to browse your computer.

3. Once uploaded, the files will appear in the selected directory.

Pro Tip: You can upload multiple files at once for efficiency.

3. Creating Files or Folders

• New File:

  1. Click the New File button.

  2. Enter a name for the file and click Create File.

  3. Use the built-in text editor to add content, then save your changes.

• New Folder:

  1. Click the New Folder button.

  2. Enter a folder name and click Create Folder.

4. Editing Files

1. Click on the file you want to edit.

2. The file will open in the built-in text editor.

3. Make your changes and click Save Content to save.

Use Case: Edit configuration files like server.properties or settings.json directly from the panel.

5. Downloading Files

1. Locate the file or folder you want to download.

2. Click the Download button next to the file.

3. The file will download to your computer as a .zip file if it’s a folder.

6. Deleting Files or Folders

1. Select the file or folder you want to delete.

2. Click the Delete button next to it.

3. Confirm the deletion.

Warning: Deleted files cannot be recovered, so be cautious when removing critical files.

7. Renaming Files or Folders

1. Click the Rename button next to the file or folder.

2. Enter the new name and press Enter or click Save.

8. Adjusting Permissions

1. Select the file you want to modify.

2. Click the Permissions button.

3. Adjust the read, write, and execute permissions as needed.

Practical Example: Adding Plugins to a Minecraft Server

1. Locate the Plugins Folder: Navigate to the plugins directory in the File Manager.

2. Upload the Plugin File:

   • Download your desired plugin .jar file.

   • Click Upload and add the .jar file to the plugins folder.

3. Restart the Server: Go back to the Console tab and restart the server to load the new plugin.

Troubleshooting

File Upload Errors

• Problem: The file fails to upload.

• Solution: Check that the file size does not exceed the server’s limits. Compress large files into .zip format if necessary.

Permission Issues

• Problem: You can’t edit or access certain files.

• Solution: Use the Permissions option to verify and adjust file access rights.

Missing Files

• Problem: Files disappear after upload.

• Solution: Confirm the upload completed successfully and check the correct folder path.

Why Use the File Manager?

The File Manager is perfect for quick edits, uploads, and managing server configurations without requiring external tools. It’s especially helpful for smaller changes or when you're away from your primary computer.

For more advanced file management, you can also use FTP with tools like FileZilla. If you need help with File Manager or any other feature, contact our support team!