How do I edit server.properties and other config files?
Config files are edited directly in the panel's file manager — no downloading required. Whether it's server.properties or a plugin's config, the process is the same: open, edit, save, and restart.
How it works
The Files tab includes a built-in text editor. You open a config file, make your changes, and save them in place. The server reads those changes on its next start, so a restart is what makes them take effect.
How to edit a config file
- Open the Files tab and find the file (e.g.
server.properties). - Click it to open the built-in editor, make your changes, and Save.
- Restart the server so the new settings take effect.
Warning: Edit config while the server is stopped — a running server can overwrite your changes on shutdown.
Tips & best practices
- Copy the original line before changing it so you can revert.
- Keep values on their correct keys so nothing gets misread.
Frequently asked questions
My change didn't apply — why? You likely edited while the server was running, or you still need to restart for it to take effect.
Which file holds which settings? server.properties holds core settings; plugin and mod configs live in their own folders.