By 96fix on

File system Not writable
The directory files does not exist. You may need to set the correct directory at the file system settings page or change the current directory's permissions so that it is writable.

Hey guys,
I'm new to drupal but I just got this message (see above). I want to know how to fix it. What directory is it talking about?

In my sql table??

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NancyDru
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In your Drupal installation, there should be a "files" directory/folder (on the disk). If there is not, then create it. Then go to Administer » Site configuration >> File system and make sure that it is set that way (I suspect it is from that message).

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mclai commented

You need to create it yourself and then go Administer > Site Configuration > File System to set the path pointing to it. The same applies to "Temporary directory." In addition, you need to set the right permissions to both directories too. Otherwise, some other errors could occur. I don't know what system you're installing Drupal. I am using windows so the way I handle may not be applicable to you if you're using Linux.

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96fix commented

Thanks so much! I did all that stuff..now it says its not writable...how do i make it writable

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NancyDru
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If you have shell access, do "chmod 777".

If not, use cPanel, File Manager and change the permissions.

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