WS_FTP - How to display hidden files

Question/Problem: How do I see hidden files that I need to transfer?

Answer/Solution:

Version 8.03 and earlier:

On the remote site, under the MkDir button, locate the blank box. In the blank box type -la. Then, hit the Refresh button. This will list all files in the directory.

In Site Options for your site you can set Edit | Startup | Remote File Mask to
-la to always view all hidden files at the target site, regardless of directory.

Version 9.0 and later:

In version 9.0 and later, the File Mask is not enabled on the Command Bar by default. (The Command Bar is a toolbar at the top of each file list that provides quick access to file or folder functions within the view.) You can Add the File Mask to the Command Bar if you select the down arrow located to the far right edge of the toolbar to display a menu that allows Add or Remove Buttons.

Also:

In Site Options for your site you can set Edit | Startup | Remote File Mask to
-la to always view all hidden files at the target site, regardless of directory.

See also: WS_FTP - How do I transfer a hidden file or a file name with special characters?