What is a File Manager?
A file manager is a software application that enables users to manage their files. It typically provides a Graphical User Interface (GUI) where people can browse through their files, open them, edit them, and save them.
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More About File Managers
A file manager is generally integrated into a hosting provider’s account dashboard. Here, users can access their website files, edit them, and upload new content. They can also change file permissions, compress files, and extract content.
File Manager also refers to a specific function in the cPanel interface. It enables users to access and edit files without using File Transfer Protocol (FTP) clients. File Manager uses HTTP and doesn’t require any additional software to access all the folders that make up a website. Overall, it is a user-friendly and straightforward tool with an integrated search function.