Sakai sites - accessing Resources files and folders via webDAV

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It is possible to access the files and folders of a Sakai site's Resources via webDAV. This has the following benefits:

  • Simplified user interface for uploaded, editing, and downloading folders and files
  • Simple mechanism to upload and download multiple files at once
  • Integrated into commonly used file management tools like Windows Explorer and Mac Finder

[edit] What is webDAV?

webDAV allows you to remotely access files and folders and editing them, as though they were on your local file system.

[edit] How do I use WebDAV to access my Sakai site's Resources?

There are good instructions on the Sakai knowledge base that describes the process involved. Review the following article: