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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:

cd "a new directory"

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 University Information Security Office (UISO) bulletin Internet Explorer 5.0 FTP Information.

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Last modified on September 02, 2011.

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