How do I extract files from a Zip or Tar file?

The following file extraction methods are available with xneelo for zip and tar files:


  • Extract (unzip) files using the ‘File Manager’ in konsoleH

    1. 1
      Browse to konsoleH.
    2. 2
      Log in with your Client number and Management password.
    3. 3
      Search for and select a domain name in the Hosting Service tab.
    4. 4
      Select Manage Services on the left-hand menu.
    5. 5
      Select File Manager under Services.
    6. 6
      Select the zip file you want to uncompress.
    7. 7
      Select Unzip from the right navigation bar.






  • Extract Tar files from the command line


    Replace [tar_file_name.tar.gz] with the name of your tar file.

    1. 1
      SSH / Telnet to the web server.
    2. 2
      Change to the directory where the tar file is located.
    3. 3
      Ensure that the tar file is in the location where it will be extracted.
    4. 4
      run: tar -xzvf [tar_file_name.tar.gz]





  • Extract Zip files from the command line

    Replace [zip_filename.zip] with the name of your zip file.

    1. 1
      SSH / Telnet to the web server.
    2. 2
      Change to the directory where the zip file is located.
    3. 3
      Ensure that the zip file is in the correct location where it will be extracted.
    4. 4
      run: unzip [zip_filename.zip]



Assist Note

For more information on the tar and zip commands, run the following commands from the command prompt:

  • man tar
  • man zip