Subj : Open a file from an FTP server within a VB Macro To : comp.programming From : Claudia Date : Thu Sep 22 2005 06:47 am Hallo, I'm trying to write a litte macro that opens me a specitic file from a FTP server where I have to lock in with my username and password. Unfortunately I don't manage. I tried to use a simple Workbooks.Open Filename: ftp://USERNAME:PASSWORD@XXXXXX.com bur the macro doesn't come back and I have to shut down Excel. Can any one help me PLEASE??? Thanks, Claudia .