AdminBolt – File Manager Overview

This document describes the functionality of the File Manager interface within the AdminBolt hosting control panel. It allows users to manage files and directories for their hosting accounts with a modern web-based UI.

Folder Structure Panel (Left Sidebar)

The left panel displays the directory tree of the user's home directory. In the example:

/home/mydomain/

Available Directories:

• certs – Likely contains SSL/TLS certificates.
• public_html – Default web root for the main domain.
• mydomain.info – Separate web root for the test domain.
• tmp – Temporary files and sessions folder.
• Trash – Recycle bin for deleted items.

Folders are collapsible and can be expanded inline to reveal subdirectories.

Main File List Panel (Center Area)

The center section lists contents of the currently selected directory (default: home directory).

Table Columns:

Name	Modified	Size	Kind
certs	Jul 23, 2025 10:57 PM	–	Folder
public_html	Jul 23, 2025 10:57 PM	–	Folder
mydomain.info	Today 06:05 PM	–	Folder
tmp	Jul 23, 2025 10:53 PM	–	Folder

Folders are displayed first. Sorting is available via the column headers (e.g., by date or name).

Toolbar (Top Actions)

A toolbar at the top provides quick access to file and folder actions:

• New folder – Create a new directory
• New file – Create an empty file
• Copy, Cut, Paste – Standard clipboard functions
• Upload files, Download – Manage file transfers
• Delete, Rename, Edit file – Manage content
• Undo, Redo – Revert or repeat recent actions
• Icons view, Preferences – Customize view and settings
• Empty the folder – Clear folder contents
• Reload, Back, Forward, Go to parent folder, Root – Navigation controls

Search and Filters

• Search Bar – Located in the top-right corner, allows searching within the current folder.

Trash Folder

• Files and folders moved to Trash are not immediately deleted.
• Can be restored or permanently removed later.
• Useful for preventing accidental data loss.

Summary

AdminBolt’s File Manager is a robust and user-friendly web interface for managing server files. It offers:

• A visual file tree for fast navigation
• Full file management operations (upload, edit, delete, copy, etc.)
• Trash recovery
• Integration with domain folders and web roots
• A modern, responsive UI designed to work smoothly on desktop and tablet devices

This panel is suitable for both advanced sysadmins and beginner hosting users who prefer a graphical alternative to FTP or SSH.