How to create a file in File Manager

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Álvaro Moura

Last updated on Jul 6, 2026

1. Log into your cPanel account.

2. In the "Files" section, click on the "File Manger" Icon.

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3. Navigate to directory path you want and click on the "File" Icon.

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4. In the "New Filename Field" enter your filename like "MyFile.txt"

(without the quotes). Then click on the "Create New File" button.

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