Deleting files that contain ASCII text in filename

sgooch · 07-Aug-2007, 10:38 PM #1

I created a new folder on my desktop and was curious if I could use ASCII text in the filename. When done, I hit enter, and the folders name was missing, when single clicking on the folder, the folder highlights, but has no name. When trying to delete this folder, I am unable to. Any suggestions?

downtime · 08-Aug-2007, 12:59 PM #2

Open All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt. Type cd desktop, hit enter. Type dir /x and it should give you a name like 0a00~1 with the date you created the folder. Type rd 00a0~1, and it'll remove the directory.

sgooch · 09-Aug-2007, 08:14 PM #3

I get the error "Access is Denied" when typing rd 0A00~1 (the name of the dir).

downtime · 10-Aug-2007, 08:13 AM #4

Is the directory empty?

sgooch · 11-Aug-2007, 10:22 PM #5

yes, it's empty

sgooch · 22-Aug-2007, 05:54 PM #6

sgooch · 15-Sep-2007, 02:44 PM #7

Im still having this issue. Anyone else have any suggestions?

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