Using FTP, how do I change to a directory that has spaces in its name?

Systems that allow spaces to be a part of the filename may confuse some FTP clients. The trick is to enclose the name of the directory within a pair of quotes, as in the following example:

Replace "a new directory" with the name of the directory into which you want to move.

You can also avoid this problem by using a graphical client (such as Transmit or Hummingbird FTP) or a web browser to perform FTP transfers.

Note: Due to a security issue, UITS does not recommend using Internet Explorer 5.0 to connect via FTP. For more information, see the Information Technology Security Office (ITSO) bulletin Internet Explorer 5.0 FTP Information.

Also see:

• With command line FTP, how can I transfer a group of files without typing out all their names?
• What is FTP, and how do I use it to transfer files?