WFWG Err Msg: STOP! You Must Type a Full Path Including...

ID: Q101285


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups versions 3.1, 3.11


SYMPTOMS

If you try to share a local printer, you may receive the following error message:

STOP! you must type a full path including a drive letter


CAUSE

This error occurs when the TEMP environment variable is set to a directory that does not exist.


WORKAROUND

To correct this situation:

  1. Edit the AUTOEXEC.BAT file with a text editor, such as Microsoft Windows Notepad. Ensure the SET TEMP statement is similar to the following:
    
          SET TEMP=C:\WINDOWS\TEMP 


  2. Run File Manager and ensure there is a C:\WINDOWS\TEMP directory. If there is not, choose Create Directory from the File menu and create C:\WINDOWS\TEMP.


  3. If you changed your AUTOEXEC.BAT file in step 1, you need to exit Windows for Workgroups and restart your computer.


Additional query words: 3.10 3.1 3.11

Keywords :
Version : WINDOWS:3.1,3.11
Platform : WINDOWS
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Last Reviewed: November 1, 1999
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