Transferring FilesWS_FTP ProExecuting a FileThe procedure for executing a file differs slightly depending on whether you are working in the Classic or Explorer interface.In the Classic interface:1 Select the file. Note If the file is on an FTP site, WS_FTP Pro will first create a temporary file by making a copy of the selected file in the Temp folder on your PC.2 Select Execute file from the right-mouse menu.• If the file is a text file or does not have an application associated with it, it is opened in the text viewer. (You set the text viewer on the General tab of program options.) • If the file is a data file, then the file is opened in itsassociated application. • If Remote Edit uses Shell Execute is turned on (General tab of program options), the file opens in the application that Windows associates with the file extension.• If Remote Edit Uses Shell Execute is turned off (General tab of program options), the file is opened in the application indicated on the Associations tab (if any); otherwise, the Windows file association is used. • If the file is an executable application, the application starts.In the Explorer interface, you execute a file as follows:1 Select the file. Note If the file is on an FTP site, WS_FTP Pro will first create a temporary file by making a copy of the selected file in the Temp folder on your PC.
