04-16-2012
how to copy files and record original file location?
:EDIT:
I think my post name should have been labeled: how to copy files and record original file location. not "retain".
Hello, this is my first post! I searched the forums a lot before posting, but was unable to answer my question.
Here's my problem:
There are several hundred text files spread out in tons of different directories which I need to copy into one folder. I can easily find and copy all the files I need into one folder, but I would also like to retain the original path with each file, so I can go to the original location, if needed. Once I have all the files copied over into one folder, I can easily find "123.txt", but I have no idea where the original file is. I need to know that information.
What is the best way to retain the original directory path with each file? Should I copy the directory path and append it to the beginning or end of each file? Is there a way to create an output list of all copied files which shows the original location from where each file was copied?
Last edited by methyl; 04-17-2012 at 10:06 AM..
Reason: updated thread title
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