How to Use the Plesk File Manager Effectively

The Plesk File Manager allows you to manage your website files directly from your browser without needing FTP software. Here’s how to use it efficiently:

✅ Step 1: Access the File Manager

  • Log in to your Plesk dashboard

  • Go to Websites & Domains

  • Click on File Manager under your domain

➡ You will now see your website’s file structure.

✅ Step 2: Common Directories Explained

  • httpdocs: Your public website root folder

  • error_docs: Custom error pages (e.g., 404)

  • logs: Access and error logs for your domain

  • cgi-bin: For executable scripts (usually unused in WordPress)

✅ Step 3: Upload or Edit Files

  • Click Upload to add new files (e.g., theme, plugin, logo, zip)

  • Select a file and click Edit in Code Editor to modify its content

  • Use Extract if you upload a ZIP file

  • Use Permissions to adjust file access (755 for folders, 644 for files is typical)

✅ Step 4: Use File Tools

  • Copy / Move: Organize your files

  • Rename / Delete: Manage unused files

  • Create Directory: Add new folders (e.g., for uploads)

✅ Step 5: Use Code Editor and Syntax Highlighting

Plesk’s built-in editor supports HTML, PHP, CSS, JS, and more – with line numbers and highlighting for easy development.

🧠 Tips:

  • Always keep a backup before editing important files

  • Use the search bar to find files quickly

  • Don’t edit core WordPress files unless you know what you’re doing

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