WFWG Err Msg: STOP! You Must Type a Full Path Including... (101285)

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SYMPTOMS

If you try to share a local printer, you may receive the following error message:

STOP! you must type a full path including a drive letter

This error occurs when the TEMP environment variable is set to a directory that does not exist.

To correct this situation:

Edit the AUTOEXEC.BAT file with a text editor, such as Microsoft Windows Notepad. Ensure the SET TEMP statement is similar to the following:
```
      SET TEMP=C:\WINDOWS\TEMP
						
```
Run File Manager and ensure there is a C:\WINDOWS\TEMP directory. If there is not, choose Create Directory from the File menu and create C:\WINDOWS\TEMP.
If you changed your AUTOEXEC.BAT file in step 1, you need to exit Windows for Workgroups and restart your computer.

Modification Type:	Major	Last Reviewed:	10/12/2003
Keywords:	KB101285