FTP

jEdit is a popular Java-based programmer's text and snippet editor that has seen numerous auxiliary tools developed to increase its usefulness. One such simple, but highly practical resource is FTP, a plugin designed to allow software engineers to open or save their files from and to remote FTP locations.

The addin integrates seamlessly with the host application and one can easily access its features from the “Plugins” menu item. Veteran jEdit users should have no worries, as the addon does little to tarnish the reputation of the snippet editor. As such, one can still enjoy great support for syntax highlighting, macros and search functions – with the added compatibility with FTP remote servers.

One of the notable features of the program is its support for both standard FTP connections, but also secure links. The latter items require a valid local security key, but once this is proven to be correct, all transfers can be issued like with any other server.

As with any such connection, users must provide valid remote host names, as well as login credentials. Another noteworthy feature is the plugin's ability to store information on previous connections, a setup that can significantly speed up transfer operations.

Developers can employ HTTP proxies and one can easily flush the addin's cache to ensure complete privacy. Simple menu options allow software engineers to access all these features, as the lightweight plugin does little to clutter the GUI of the host program.

All things considered, FTP is a must-have addin for anyone using jEdit, as it allows its users to quickly open documents from remote servers, as well as to save files via FTP connections. The addon supports both secure and standard connections and users need only provide the hostname and valid credentials to benefit from the utility.