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Fetch icon How to Transfer Files with Fetch

This page explains how to transfer files to and from your account using Fetch for MacOS X. These directions are written for Fetch version 5.

Start by connecting to the server:

  1. Start Fetch. The program will automatically ask for your connection information.
  2. In the Hostname box enter sftp.uoregon.edu.
  3. In the Username and Password boxes enter your Duck ID information.
  4. Click the Connect button.

Fetch new connection box

To upload a file or folder to your account, click the Put button in the toolbar:

Put button

Select a file or folder on your computer and click the Put button.

To download a file or folder from your account to your computer, select the file or folder in the Fetch window and click the Get button.

You can also transfer files and folders using Fetch by simply dragging and dropping the items.