'''FTP''' (File Transfer Protocol) is a way to transfer files wirelessly through a network.
'''FTP''' is a way to transfer files wirelessly through a network to and from the Wii .
Luckily, with custom firmware, we can use this method to transfer files wirelessly to a Wii U instead of moving the SD card back and forth each time.
Luckily, with '''FTPiiU''', we can use this method to transfer files wirelessly to a Wii U instead of moving the SD card back and forth each time.
== What You Need ==
== What You Need ==
'''On your computer''':
'''On your computer''':
* A working FTP client
<ul>
** Windows: Use [https://winscp.net/eng/download.php WinSCP]
<li>A working FTP client
** macOS: Use [https://cyberduck.io/download/ Cyberduck]
{{FTP clients}}</li>
** Linux: Nautilus or Dolphin, the file explorers for GNOME and KDE respectively - if not usable, use [https://github.com/masneyb/gftp/releases/latest gFTP] instead
</ul>
'''On your Wii U''':
==Installation==
* The latest release of {{GitHub|dimok789/ftpiiu/releases|ftpiiu}} (<code>FTPiiU</code>)
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** Download the <code>ftpiiu.zip</code> file, extract it and place the <code>wiiu</code> folder in the root of the SD card
|-|Aroma=
== Instructions ==
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{{info|text=The FTPiiU plugin can be downloaded via the Aroma Updater. The instructions below are if you want to manually install it.}}
#Download the latest release of {{GitHub|wiiu-env/ftpiiu_plugin/releases/tag/v0.3.1|FTPiiU}}.
#Extract the contents of <code>ftpiiu_v0_3_1.zip</code> to <code>wiiu/environments/aroma/plugins</code>.
#Insert your SD card back into your Wii U.
#* If the console wasn't already off, Reboot the console after doing so.
#To see your Wii U's IP, Open the plugins menu by pressing '''L + DPAD DOWN + Select''', and you'll see it in the FTPiiU tab.
=== Installation ===
{{info|text=FTPiiU doesn't need to be launched on Aroma. It is a plugin, so it works automatically anywhere on the console.}}
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# Insert your SD card into your computer
|-|Tiramisu=
# Extract the contents of <code>ftpiiu.zip</code> and copy the <code>wiiu</code> folder to the root of your SD card. Merge if asked.
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# Insert your SD card into your Wii U
#Download the latest release of {{GitHub|dimok789/ftpiiu/releases|FTPiiU}}.
# Ensure your Wii U is connected to the same Internet connection as your computer
#Extract the contents of <code>ftpiiu.zip</code> to the root of your SD card.
# Open the Homebrew Launcher (Mii Maker for Tiramisu)
#Insert your SD card into your Wii U.
# Navigate to <code>FTPiiU</code>
#Open the Homebrew Launcher (Mii Maker for Tiramisu).
# Touch it and press <code>Load</code>
#Navigate to FTPiiU.
#Launch FTPiiU.
#Your IP will be visible at the bottom.
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=== How to Use ===
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# If you haven't already, install the FTP client for your operating system
===How to Use===
# Open the FTP client and fill in the information as follows:
#* File protocol: FTP (''not'' SFTP)
#If you haven't already, install the FTP client for your operating system
#* Host name/IP address: The IP address displayed on the GamePad or TV (e.g. 192.168.0.67)
#Open the FTP client and fill in the information as follows:
#*File protocol: FTP (''not'' SFTP)
#*Host name/IP address: The IP address displayed on the GamePad or TV (e.g. 192.168.0.67)
#** This is a local IP address, so you don't need to censor it if you need assistance
#** This is a local IP address, so you don't need to censor it if you need assistance
#* Port number: Usually 21 by default, so leave it blank
#* Port number: Usually 21 by default, so leave it blank
#** If you don't see this option, instead type <code>(ip):(port)</code> into the host name/IP address box, e.g. <code>192.168.0.67:21</code>
#**If you don't see this option, instead type <code>(ip):(port)</code> into the host name/IP address box, e.g. <code>192.168.0.67:21</code>
#* Username/password: If you see a checkbox for "Anonymous login", then enable it; otherwise, just leave it blank
#*Username/password: If you see a checkbox for "Anonymous login", then enable it; otherwise, just leave it blank
# Click "Login" or "Connect"
#Click "Login" or "Connect"
#* If prompted to enter a username or password, press ENTER to leave it blank
#*If prompted to enter a username or password, press ENTER to leave it blank
<big>{{success|Your computer is now connected to your Wii U via FTP!}}</big>
<big>{{success|Your computer is now connected to your Wii U via FTP!}}</big>
