The file folder operation helps you to copy, delete, move, rename files and folders in a computer. By enabling the file folder configuration in Endpoint Central, files and folders across several computers can be copied, renamed, deleted and moved with ease. This configuration enhances the workflow of employees, as it enables them to access and use files efficiently and helps maintain proper storage. The file folder operation also helps to eliminate susceptible files and secure machines from threats.
Provide a name and description for the File and Folder Operation configuration.
You can perform the following actions:
Copy Files and Folder
To copy files and folders, select the Copy tab and specify the following values:
Parameter
Description
Select Action Type
Select the Action from any of the following for HTTP :
- Files
- Files as archive
Select the Action from any of the following for network share:
- Copy a File - To copy a file from one location to another
- Copy a File to a Folder - To copy a file from one location to a specified folder
- Copy Multiple Files - To copy multiple files to a specified folder
- Copy a Folder - To copy a folder from one location to another
Source File
Specify the file that has to be copied. The file can either be in a shared location or in the specified location in the client machines.
Destination Folder
Specify the destination location to copy the files/folders. Dynamic variables can be used here.
Overwrite Existing Files
Select this option to overwrite the existing files.
Create Destination Directory if doesn't Exist
Select this option to create the destination directory, if it does not exist.
Modified, Created, Accessed
Select this option to specify the modified, created or accessed details of the file/folder.
If you wish to copy more files/folders, click Add More Action button and repeat step 2. The values gets added to the List of File Actions table.
Rename/Move Files and Folders
To rename or move the files and folders, select the Rename/Move tab and specify the following values:
Parameter
Description
Select Action Type
Select the Action from any of the following:
- Rename/Move a file
- Rename/Move a folder
Source File/Folder
Specify the file or the folder that has to be copied.
Destination File/Folder
Specify the destination file or the folder. Dynamic variables can be used here.
If you wish to copy more files/folders, click Add More Action button and repeat step 2. The values gets added to the List of File Actions table.
Delete Files and Folders
To delete the files and folders, select the Delete tab and specify the following values:
Parameter
Description
Select Action Type
Select the Action from any of the following:
- Delete a File
- Delete Multiple Files
- Delete a Folder
Source File
Specify the files/folders that has to be deleted
Include Read Only Files
Select this option, if you wish to copy the files even if it has only read-only permissions
Include System Files
Select this option if you wish to copy the system files.
Include Hidden Files
Select this option if you wish to copy the hidden files.
Modified, Created, Accessed
Select this option to specify the modified, created or accessed details of the file/folder.
To modify a file action from the List of File Actions table, select the appropriate row and click icon and change the required values.
To delete a file action from the List of File Actions table, select the appropriate row and click icon.
Using the Defining Targets procedure, define the targets for deploying the File and Folder Operation Configuration.
Click the Deploy button to deploy the defined File and Folder Operation Configuration in the defined targets. The configuration will take effect during the next system startup.
To save the configuration as draft, click Save as Draft.