Destination folder already exists. Plugin install failed.

  • here is the error msg:
    Installing Plugin from uploaded file: wp-gbcf_zip.zip
    Unpacking the package.
    Installing the plugin.
    Destination folder already exists. /home/zook47/public_html/wp-content/plugins/wp-gbcf_zip/
    Plugin Install Failed.
    Actions: Return to Plugins page

    I have tried to ftp my site but it shows the “folder as empty”. How can I find this file and delete it and re upload? I am having this same issue with a theme as well.

    Thanks,
    Brandon

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  • you still need to delete the folder – even if empty

    Thread Starter bcanderson

    (@bcanderson)

    I should probably clarify. There is no folder at all.

    alannahholisticlivingcomau

    (@alannahholisticlivingcomau)

    so what was the response please because i am having the same problem as this person. i cant delete a folder that i cannot find.
    Also my profile has come up with incorrect info. Groan i am NOT wordpress consultant and i do not make aliving from wordpress. you will soon appreciate from the very very simple questions i ask. thanks in advance to anyone who can help me with the plugin problem. Alannah

    Just had the same issue. Actually WS-FTP pro could not see the folder, bu urned out DreamWeaver could, so it did exist.

    Sometimes changing the FTP system om the server causes these strange inconsistencies.

    I had the same problem before:
    Just go to your plugins page and see at the top “Inactive plugins”, click on it, then you will find the plugin you wanted, then just activate it.

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