Cannot Modify File Display Options Filename in Shell (74634)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 5.0
  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 5.0a
  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.0

This article was previously published under Q74634

SUMMARY

Microsoft MS-DOS 5.0 Shell will not allow you to modify a filename in the File Display Options Name text box.

WORKAROUND

If this problem occurs, backspace over the previous file specification and press ENTER. This will restore the Name field to the default value of *.* . You can now enter a new filename.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/14/2003
Keywords:KB74634