Backup and Default Files

Each directory accessible through the File Manager has an associated backup and default directory.

The File Manager automatically saves a backup file in the backup directory when a file is uploaded, edited, or restored. It also maintains permanent, read-only copies of the originally installed default files in the default directory. If necessary, files that have been edited can be restored from the default file or the backup copy using the restore function. See Restore a File from the Backup or Default Directory.

Note: The files in the backup and default directories cannot be edited or overwritten, only viewed and downloaded.

We strongly recommend backing up all customized files on a disk, computer, or network so in the event that you need to revert to an old version of a file, you can restore to a working file. For information about making a backup copy of a file using the download feature, see Download a File. For information about making a temporary backup copy of a file using the copy feature, see Copy or Move a File.