shortFilePath
Type
function
Summary
Returns the 8.3-format equivalent of a Windows long file path.
Syntax
the shortFilePath of <filePath>
shortFilePath(<filePath>)
Description
Use the shortFilePath function to obtain the equivalent of a file path in short format for use in situations that require it.
The shortFilePath function transforms the filePath without looking for the file, so it returns a value even if the filePath does not exist.
On Mac OS, OS X, or Unix systems, the shortFilePath simply returns the filePath without changing it.
Parameters
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
filePath | The location and name of the file or folder whose short equivalent you want. If you specify a name but not a location, LiveCode assumes the file or folder is in the defaultFolder. |
Examples
the shortFilePath of myPath
if it is the shortFilePath of it then put it into myFilePath
Value
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
return |
Related
function: longFilePath
glossary: Windows, file path, return
keyword: file
property: filename
control structure: function
Compatibility and Support
Introduced
LiveCode 1.1
OS
mac
windows
linux
Platforms
desktop
server