file rename - bad filename

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karbuff
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file rename - bad filename

Post by karbuff »

Ok, this is a very weird issue I never encountered before. Hopefully I'm missing something obvious here:

I have a folder e.g. "conx", which I am able to rename. But when I try to rename it "con" or "con.x" if fails with an error message (attached).

Steps to reproduce:
  • create folder "conx"
  • rightClick/rename OR F2 to "con"
  • error message
Version
XYplorer v21.50.0100
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rename.jpg
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highend
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Re: file rename - bad filename

Post by highend »

Because that name is reserved by Windows
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karbuff
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Re: file rename - bad filename

Post by karbuff »

I would understand if "con" was forbidden as a folder name, but "con.x" is forbidden, too - while "con x" is allowed. Seems not right....
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highend
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Re: file rename - bad filename

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Try to create it inside Windows Explorer, it doesn't work. It's not XY related
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Horst
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Re: file rename - bad filename

Post by Horst »

karbuff wrote: ↑18 May 2021 15:09 I would understand if "con" was forbidden as a folder name, but "con.x" is forbidden, too - while "con x" is allowed. Seems not right....
As already explained con is a reserved device name since the beginning of Windows.
This is also true for any extension you may add.
So it doesn't matter if you like it or complain. :)
Windows 11 Home, Version 25H2 (OS Build 26200.7171)
Portable x64 XYplorer (Actual version, including betas)
Display settings 1920 x 1080 Scale 100%
Everything 1.5.0.1400a (x64), Everything Toolbar 2.1.0, Listary Pro 6.3.6.99
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karbuff
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Re: file rename - bad filename

Post by karbuff »

Alright, windows explorer shows the same behavior, so this issue may be closed. Thanks.
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