Managing files and directories on the server

Webmin provides a simple but capable file manager, which you can access directly in the browser.

Getting ready

Webmin's file manager runs as a Java applet. In order to use it, you will need to install Java on your local machine and enable its use in the browser. You do not need to install Java on your server.

How to do it...

In this recipe, we'll discuss basic functions of the file manager, such as copying and moving files on your server.

Webmin's File Manager

Copying or moving a file or directory

Perform the following steps to create or move a file or directory:

1. Navigate to Others | File Manager.

2. Browse the filesystem to a directory that contains a file or directory you wish to manipulate and click the file to select it.

3. Click the Copy button in the toolbar to copy the file or the Cut button to move it.

4. Browse the filesystem to the destination directory.

5. Click the Paste button.

The file will be transferred from source directory to the destination directory...