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How to Create, Remove, and Edit Files in File Manager

Learn the essentials of file management with our guide on using a file manager. You can easily create, delete, and edit files in the file manager with our help. We've also collated helpful, related articles at the end of this article for your additional resources.

  • Access File Manager
  • Create Files Using File Manager
  • Delete Files Using File Manager
  • Edit Files Using File Manager
  • Related Articles
  • Summary

You must have a basic understanding of navigating the file manager to complete these tasks. If you're still unfamiliar with the file manager and how to navigate it, check out our How to Navigate File Manager article.

Access File Manager​

  1. Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.

  2. Click Hosting in the left-hand menu. Bluehost Account Manager - Hosting Tab

  3. In the hosting details page, click the FILE MANAGER button. Bluehost Account Manager - Hosting Tab Details cPanel

Create Files Using File Manager​

Once you're logged in to your account and have accessed the file manager, follow the next steps:

Creating a File​

  1. Click the +File button at the top left of the page. cP File Manager +File button

  2. In the pop-up box, enter the newly created file. Files will have a name and extension separated by a dot, and files without an extension will be rendered as a generic text document.

  3. Click the Create New File button. cP Create New File button

Creating a Folder​

  1. Click the +Folder button at the top left of the page. cP Create +Folder button

  2. In the pop-up box, enter the newly created folder name.

  3. Click the Create New Folder button. cP Create New Folder button

Delete Files Using File Manager​

  1. Click and highlight the file or folder you want to remove in the File Listing on your File Manager.

  2. From the Toolbar, click the Delete button. cP Delete icon
    Alternatively, highlight the file or folder and right-click your mouse to show a drop-down menu. Click Delete. cP Delete Dropdown option

  3. On the pop-up window, an option says, Skip the trash and permanently delete the files. If you leave the checkbox unchecked, you can view and restore your deleted files under View Trash in the Toolbar.

  4. Once the preferred selection is selected, click the Confirm button on the pop-up box to proceed.

Edit Files Using File Manager​

  1. In the file manager, locate the file name you want to edit, then click and highlight the file.
  2. Click the Edit icon from the Toolbar, and a pop-up window will appear. cP Edit icon

Alternatively, highlight the file or folder and right-click your mouse to show a drop-down menu. Click Edit , and then the same pop-up window will appear. cP Edit Dropdown option

  1. Click the Edit button on the pop-up window to open the code editor. cP Edit popup Edit button

  2. Once you finish editing your document, click Save Changes before closing the editor.

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Summary​

Our guide provides essential steps for managing files using a file manager, including accessing the file manager, and detailed instructions for creating, deleting, and editing files and folders. You'll also learn about the importance of basic navigation skills within the file manager and a structured approach to file management tasks. Additionally, we've included helpful resources for further exploration. You'll be guided through logging in, using specific buttons for file operations, and the significance of saving changes or using the trash option for potential file recovery, which ensures you have a comprehensive understanding of effective file management practices.