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File Manager

The File Manager lets you browse, edit, upload, and organize your server files directly from your browser. No FTP client needed.

Features

  • Browse files and folders - Navigate your server's file system
  • Edit files in-browser - Built-in code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Upload files - Drag and drop or click to upload
  • Create and delete - Manage files and folders
  • Compress and extract - Work with archives (ZIP, TAR)
  • Download files - Save files to your computer

Guides

Typical File Structure

Most game servers have a structure similar to this:

server.properties
server.jar

The exact file structure depends on your game type. Check your game's documentation for details on specific files.

Permission Requirements

File access depends on your permission level:

PermissionView FilesEdit/DeleteUpload
Read
Write
Admin

Quick Actions

From the file manager toolbar, you can:

  • New File - Create a new empty file
  • New Folder - Create a new directory
  • Upload - Upload files from your computer
  • Refresh - Reload the file list

Important Files

Common files you might need to edit:

FilePurpose
server.propertiesMain server configuration
config.ymlPlugin/mod configurations
whitelist.jsonAllowed players list
banned-players.jsonBanned players list
ops.jsonServer operators list

Always create a backup before editing important configuration files. Incorrect settings can prevent your server from starting.

Best Practices

  1. Backup first - Always backup before major changes
  2. Stop the server - Stop before editing critical files
  3. Use the editor - The built-in editor validates syntax
  4. Test changes - Verify the server starts correctly
  5. Keep organized - Use folders to organize custom content

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