The File manager
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The file manager is a central hub for storing all your images and files within Limecube. It also provides access to a library of over 1 million free images.
Accessing the File Manager:
- From your top admin menu under 'Files'.
- Navigate to the file manager through any element that has an image or file option.
- Upload your images and files directly to the file manager.
- Browse and select from a vast library of free images for your website.
File manager standard view
List view
The list view in the file manager allows you to see detailed information about your files, including:
- Full file name
- Image size
- Date and time the image was uploaded
- File size
To switch to the list view, click the two icons shown in the screenshot below.
File manager icons explained
The table below is in order of the icons as they appear in the screenshot above. Any settings changes will be the default next time you open the file manager.
| Home | This returns you to the root folder in the file manager. |
| Refresh | Refreshes your file view. |
| View | Changes how you view the images, between small icons, large icons, and list view. |
| Sort | You have multiple options to sort your images. For general use it is often better to leave this as the default of 'Created DESC'. |
| Filter | For searching for an image file name. |
| Upload | To upload your image (or you can simply drag-n-drop into this window. |
| Create folder | Create a folder within the folder view you are in at that time. |
These icons only become usable after clicking the 'manage files' button and then taking relevant actions.
| Checkbox | The checkbox is for selecting one or more files from the list. |
| Delete | Useful when you want to delete multiple images. |
| Copy | For copying one or more images |
| Cut | For cutting one or more images. Once cut and then pasted, it moves the image from this location. |
| Paste | Pasting to a different location in the file manager. |
| Manage Files | This button must be pressed to enable any of the other icons shown here. |
File manager tabs
These 2 tabs highlighted in the image below are for:
| Free images | There are over 1 million images to choose from in this free image library. |
| Your images | Your images are where the images you have uploaded yourself, or taken from the free image library are stored. |
Tips for using the File Manager
Viewing All File Types:
If you can't see all file types (such as PDF or DOCX) in your file manager, you might have clicked the 'Insert Image' icon, which only shows image files. Make sure to use the correct icon to view all file types.
Organising Files:
Use folders to keep your files organized. This makes it easier to locate specific files when you need them.
Using the Free Image Library:
Take advantage of the over 1 million free images available in the library. These can enhance your website's visual appeal without the need for external image sources.
Regular Clean-Up:
Periodically review and delete any unnecessary files to keep your file manager organized and efficient.
File Naming Conventions:
Use clear and consistent naming conventions for your files to make searching and identifying files easier.
These tips can help you get the most out of the file manager in Limecube.
Batch Uploads:
Use the batch upload feature to add multiple files at once, saving time when uploading large amounts of content.
File Search:
Utilise the search bar in the file manager to quickly find specific files by name.
Accepted File Types
Limecube's File Manager supports a wide range of file types commonly used in website management. These include:
- Documents: PDF, DOC, DOCX, XLSX
- Images: JPG, PNG, GIF
- Videos: MP4, AVI, MOV
- eBooks: EPUB, MOBI
This ensures you can upload and manage essential files for your website, from documents and media to eBooks.
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