If you are a web developer or want to become one, Notepad++ is an essential tool for your tasks. The application, in addition to editing files, has a very fast way of modifying the code directly in the server using an FTP client program.
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Below we will show you how to set up an FTP connection with Notepad ++ and gain remote access to your server.
Getting to know Notepad ++
Notepad++ is an open source text editor for users of Windows. It is the top choice for many developers because of its countless features.
However its use applicationIt can be extended by adding various plugins that are available to improve its functionality software. One of them is NppFTP. The tool allows you to use Notepad++ to connect to your server via an FTP connection, so you can directly edit your files to make changes to your website.
Create FTP connection with Notepad ++
Download and install Notepad ++ on your computer if it doesn't already exist.
Run the application and follow the path Plugins - Plugins Admin.
Once the above window appears, select NppFTP, click Install and the application will restart.
Then follow the path Plugins - NppFTP - Show NppFTP Window. A settings window will appear on the right side of the application.
Create a new profile to start using the plugin. To do this, click the gear icon in the NppFTP menu bar and select Profile Settings.
Select Add new, enter the profile name and press OK.
Then provide the FTP server login details in the Login tab (hostname, port, username, codeof access).
On the Transfers tab, set the connection mode as active and the transfer mode as ASCII.
Click Close to save the settings.
To create a connection, first tap on the NppFTP menu bar and select the profile you created.
Finally, you will see a folder icon on the login button. Click to see the server content in the right panel of the application. To open a folder you are interested in, type its name and press OK. In the example below, we will open the public_html folder.
Editing files on the server via Notepad ++
It's time to edit the files on your server. All you need to do is:
Double-click the files you want to edit.
When you're done, click the Save button to apply the changes.
Of course, before making any changes, it is advisable to back up to avoid unpleasant surprises.
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