.; Do you know what a FILESPEC is? Look at this to find out. % What is a FILESPEC? % A ^filespec^ is the complete specification for a file or group of files on the computer. The computer uses the filespecs to keep track of where all files are. A filespec has four parts: ^1^. The ^Device^ (for example: DSK0, DSK1, DDA0, MEM, TRM) ^2^. The ^Filename^ (up to six characters; first part of Name; followed by period) ^3^. The ^Extension^ (up to three characters; follows period in Name) ^4^. The ^PPN^ (for example: 5,0; 100,2) The proper order for a filespec is: ^Device^:^Filename^.^Extension^[^PPN^] Page ^1^ of ^2^ % What is a FILESPEC? % You may not need to specify all parts of a filespec in order to tell the system which you file you mean. Another way of refering to the ^Filename.Extension^ combination is to call it the ^Name^ or the ^Name of the file^. This may be confusing, but as you become exposed to the various uses of the filespec, the destinction will be more understandable. If you are still not familiar with what a filespec is, go through this help file and make a list of the terms and phrases that you are do not FULLY understand. % May the Force Be with You % Page ^2^ of ^2^ \ END OF FILES HELP FILE .