Write Does Not Make Backups When Creating Files

Last reviewed: November 23, 1994
Article ID: Q80854

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows operating system versions 3.0, 3.0a, 3.1, 3.11

The Write accessory application included with Microsoft Windows does not make backups of files when they are first created. This happens even if you select the Make Backup option in the Save dialog box. A backup is not made on the initial save of a file. Instead, the backup is made the next time the file is modified.

The original file, without modifications, is saved as the backup file with a .BKP extension. The modified file is saved as the working file with a .WRI extension.

KBCategory: kbtool
KBSubcategory: win30 win31
Additional reference words: 3.00 3.00a 3.10 3.11 back up win31

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Last reviewed: November 23, 1994
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