Re: WordPress import file size

To increase the file upload limit in WordPress on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), there are several methods you can try. Here are some steps you can follow:

1. **Check `wp-config.php` file**: The memory limits may be defined in your `wp-config.php` file. Open the file and search for lines that define the memory limits. The location of these limits may vary depending on your theme and WordPress configuration 

2. **Modify `php.ini` file**: Another approach is to modify the `php.ini` file. This file contains various PHP configuration settings, including the file upload size limit. Here’s how you can do it:
– SSH into your GCP instance.
– Open the `php.ini` file for editing. If you’re using the Bitnami version of WordPress on GCP, you can access the `php.ini` file by executing the following command: `nano /opt/bitnami/php/etc/php.ini`.
– Search for the `upload_max_filesize` and `post_max_size` directives in the `php.ini` file. Update their values to the desired file upload size limit. For example, you can set them to `512M` for a 512 MB limit.
– Save the changes and exit the editor.
– Restart the Apache server for the changes to take effect. You can do this by executing the following command: `sudo /opt/bitnami/ctlscript.sh restart` 

3. **Increase `upload_max_filesize` and `post_max_size` in `php.ini`**: In addition to modifying the `php.ini` file, you may also need to increase the `upload_max_filesize` and `post_max_size` values in the `php.ini` file. These values determine the maximum size of files that can be uploaded and the maximum size of POST data that PHP will accept, respectively. Make sure to update both values to the desired file upload size limit 

4. **Use FTP/SFTP**: If you’re still unable to increase the file upload limit using the above methods, you can try uploading large files via FTP/SFTP. This method involves manually uploading the files to your WordPress installation using an FTP/SFTP client. Once the files are uploaded, you can use a plugin like “Add From Server” to import them into WordPress 

It’s important to note that modifying server configuration files like `php.ini` requires administrative access to your GCP instance. If you’re using a managed WordPress solution on GCP, such as Bitnami, you may need to consult their documentation or support resources for specific instructions on increasing the file upload limit.