Cannot download executables

If you use remote filters while connecting with some Unix or Linux servers, CuteFTP may not be able to download some of the files. You can download the files by simply turning off the filters.

To turn off remote filters

  1. Select the Site Manager tab.

  2. Select the site with files you want to download.

  3. From the menu, choose File > Properties. The Site Properties dialog appears.

  4. Select the Actions tab.

  5. Select Filter. The Filter dialog appears.

  6. Delete any filters listed in Remote filter. You do not need to delete the -L filter.

  7. SelectOK to close the Filter dialog.

  8. SelectConnect to close the Site Properties dialog and connect to your site.

  9. Download your files.