Folder deletion

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Denis

I have a folder that ends with a full-stop
(Ie "Folder."). I would like to delete this folder, but
when I try to, I get the error message
"Cannot delete file: Cannot read from the source file or
disk".

I'd be grateful for any edvice on how I can delete this
folder!

Thanks...
 
Hi, Denis.

Open a "DOS" window and use the dir command with the /x parameter to see the
valid 8.3 filename for that folder. Then use that Short File Name to remove
the folder, using the rd command.

dir /x
rd <SFN> /s

If you need details, post back.

RC
 
-----Original Message-----
Hi, Denis.

Open a "DOS" window and use the dir command with the /x parameter to see the
valid 8.3 filename for that folder. Then use that Short File Name to remove
the folder, using the rd command.

dir /x
rd <SFN> /s

If you need details, post back.

RC
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R. C. White, CPA
San Marcos, TX
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Microsoft Windows MVP



R. C. White your help is greatly appreciated! I am having
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the same problem and tried your solution and was denied
access to the file. I can not run disk clean up untill I
get rid of this folder. I am unable to open or delete it.
I am using XP Pro and signed on as adminstrator see below
.
rd <PASSWO~1> /s
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Access is denied.
 
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