Don’t worry about you have trouble using Moodle’s upload size limitation, a few simple adjustments will allow you to have a seamless, productive Moodle experience while increasing the maximum upload size. For thorough instructions, keep reading.
Adjust PHP Settings
Firstly, locate your php.ini file. You can find this by going toSite administration → Server → PHP Info. Edit the file and setupload_max_filesizeandpost_max_sizeup to the limit you wish.You can modify the file upload size by following these instructions to edit your php.ini file.
Modifying your php.ini
Open php.ini file and find “post_max_size“,”upload_max_filesize” and change it to values that suit your needs.
post_max_size=2048M;
upload_max_filesize=2048M;Adjust .htaccess File
php_value upload_max_filesize [desired size]M and php_value post_max_size [desired size]M.
The .htaccess file is a directory-level configuration file used to override server configurations.you can edit .htaccess using FTP or cPanel’s file manager.Incorrectly editing .htaccess can result in server errors. Always make a backup before making changes.
Adjust Server Configuration File
upload_max_filesize and post_max_size in the server configuration file.your hosting company may not allow server configuration changes. If so, consider switching to a more flexible host.
If you’re not sure where it is, contact your hosting company or see the hosting provider’s documentation.restart your server, or at least the Apache or Nginx service on the server, after making any modifications to the php.ini or.htaccess file. This verifies that the modifications are in effect.make sure to check if the new limit has been implemented before celebrating. To be sure there are no issues, try uploading a file that is almost at the limit.
Conclusion
- Benefits of Increasing Max Upload Size
Users have more freedom to upload larger files without the inconvenience of compression or file splitting. - Upload Limit Tip
Consider making a maximum limit for the course or assignment to avoid overwhelming your server.
Do you find yourself struggling with the limited upload size in Moodle? Fear not, with a few simple adjustments, you can increase the max upload size and make your Moodle experience seamless and efficient. Read on for step-by-step instructions.
Adjust PHP Settings
Firstly, locate your php.ini file. You can find this by going to
Site administration → Server → PHP Info. Edit the file and setupload_max_filesizeandpost_max_sizeto your desired limit.These instructions show you how to change the file upload size by editing your php.ini file.
Modifying your php.ini
Open php.ini file and find “post_max_size“,”upload_max_filesize” and change it to values that suit your needs.
post_max_size=2048M;
upload_max_filesize=2048M;Adjust .htaccess File
Next, locate the .htaccess file in Moodle’s root directory. Add the following code: php_value upload_max_filesize [desired size]M and php_value post_max_size [desired size]M.
What is .htaccess?
The .htaccess file is a directory-level configuration file used to override server configurations.
How to edit .htaccess?
You can edit .htaccess using FTP or cPanel’s file manager.
Be cautious
Incorrectly editing .htaccess can result in server errors. Always make a backup before making changes.
Adjust Server Configuration File
If Moodle is hosted on a shared server, your hosting company may have configured it to prevent changes to PHP values. You could ask if they can adjust upload_max_filesize and post_max_size in the server configuration file.
Negotiate with your host
Your hosting company may not allow server configuration changes. If so, consider switching to a more flexible host.
Server Configuration File location
If you’re not sure where it is, contact your hosting company or see the hosting provider’s documentation.
Restart Server
Once you have made changes in the server configuration, php.ini or .htaccess file, restart your server, or at least restart the Apache or Nginx service on the server. This makes sure that changes have taken effect.
Test the New Upload Limit
Before rejoicing, make sure to test whether the new limit has been applied. Try uploading a file that is just about the limit and check that it goes through without errors.
Conclusion
Benefits of Increasing Max Upload Size
Users have more freedom to upload larger files without the inconvenience of compression or file splitting.
Upload Limit Tip
Consider making a maximum limit for the course or assignment to avoid overwhelming your server.
