How to Move Files in cPanel File Manager

When you manage your hosting account, you often need to move files from one folder to another. Your cPanel account has a built-in File Manager that works directly in your browser. It lets you handle file transfers quickly without installing FTP or any extra tools.

Let’s have a look at how you can do that –

Steps to Move a File in cPanel File Manager

Follow the easy instructions given below –

1. Log in to your Cantech cPanel account using your browser.
2. Open File Manager from the Files section on the dashboard.

File Manager gives you a view of all folders in your hosting space. The main folder for website content is called public_html. This is where most of your site files stay. You can move files between different folders inside File Manager to organise them or change where they load from.

3. Now, you choose the folder where the file that you want to move is currently stored.
4. Select the file you want to move.

You have two main options for moving files:

• Drag and Drop – Click and hold the file name in the right panel. Drag it to the target folder in the left panel. Release it there. This method is quick if the folder is already visible.
• Move Button: Click the file once to highlight it. Then click the Move button in the top menu. A pop-up box will appear. Type the full path of the folder where you want to place the file. Click Move File(s) to complete the action. This method is best when the folder is not visible in the list.

Once you confirm, File Manager will instantly transfer the file to its new location. You can check the folder to make sure the file has been moved successfully.

Conclusion

Moving files in cPanel File Manager does not require technical skills. Both drag-and-drop and the Move button work well for different situations. You just need to make sure you select the right folder path before moving.

Using File Manager is also safer for quick changes since you do not risk overwriting files during large transfers like in FTP. It is a handy option when working on small updates or restructuring your site’s content.

FAQs

Can I move multiple files at once?

Yes. You can hold the Ctrl key (or Command key on Mac) to select multiple files and move them together.

Will moving a file break my website?

It can if the file path changes in your code. Always update your links after moving a file.

Is File Manager faster than FTP for moving files?

For small file transfers within your hosting account, File Manager is faster because it works directly on the server.

Can I move files outside public_html?

Yes. You can move files anywhere in your account folders, but be careful, as these files may not be publicly accessible.