Using Web Folders

A shortcut to a web server is called a Web Folder.  Web folders provide an easy way for you to view files and folders on your web site.

You can view, manage, move, copy, save, and rename the files and folders on a Web server just as you would perform the same actions in Windows Explorer. However, when you view the contents of a Web folder, you see a list of files and folders and their associated Internet addresses.

Here are simple step-by-step instructions on how to create an Web Folder for your web site:

1. Establish an Internet connection
    
2. Click on MY NETWORK PLACES (or Network Neighborhood) on your Windows desktop
    
3. Double-click on the ADD NETWORK PLACE icon
    
4. When prompted for location, type in your web address as follows:
   http://www.yoursite.com
   
   
5. Click NEXT...
    
6. Enter your username and password when prompted
    
7. Choose a name for your web folder when prompted
    
8. That's It!

Your web site/web folder will now be accessible via:

MY NETWORK PLACES or via Windows Explorer.

You can even create a shortcut on your desktop for quick access to your web folder.