Uploading Files With CuteFTP
 


CuteFTP is a popular FTP application available from GlobalScape . ( highly recommended ) The following instructions outline the procedure for uploading files to your Webspace directory using this FTP client.

 

  • When you open CuteFTP, it displays the FTP Site Manager window


In the Left pane;

  • Click New Site

The Right Pane opens for you to add your site information.

Enter information for the Site Label, Host Address, User ID and Password using information provided when you enabled your webspace.
  • Site Label - A name for your web site (e.g. My Home Page)

  • Host Address -


  • User ID - Will be emailed to you once account has been set up
  • Password - Will be emailed to you once account has been set up
    • Click connect to connect to the site.

    There are 3 main components to the CuteFTP user screen;

    • The top window displays transfer status
    • Your selected local hard drive is in the left pane
    • Your remote directory (FTP site directory) is on the right

    To transfer files from the computer to your FTP directory;

    • Double-click the file in the left pane you wish to transfer

    Or

    • Select the file and drag it from the left pane to the right
    • The bottom Status window confirms the file transfer, and
    • The file is displayed in the right pane directory

    Repeat the process to transfer files from your FTP directory by working from right to left.

    Perform specific actions on individual files by right-clicking the file and choosing from the pop-up menu.

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