473,769 Members | 7,320 Online
Bytes | Software Development & Data Engineering Community
+ Post

Home Posts Topics Members FAQ

How can I close a file left open by another process?

I'm trying to access a text file that was created by another process but I
keep getting the contents of the file before the external process modified
it.
I believe the previous process left it open and doesn't let me access it.
Is it possible for me to close the file before using in order to make sure
that I have complete access?
Even if it's not open, I'd like to make sure.
Thanks.


Nov 15 '05 #1
1 2972
The external process that was modifying the file was a DOS application.
Apparently, my application was accessing the file before the process would
finish. I added the WaitForExit() method and apparently it worked.
"vaughn" <VM> wrote in message news:ON******** ******@TK2MSFTN GP09.phx.gbl...
I'm trying to access a text file that was created by another process but I
keep getting the contents of the file before the external process modified
it.
I believe the previous process left it open and doesn't let me access it.
Is it possible for me to close the file before using in order to make sure
that I have complete access?
Even if it's not open, I'd like to make sure.
Thanks.

Nov 15 '05 #2

This thread has been closed and replies have been disabled. Please start a new discussion.

Similar topics

22
31292
by: Bryan | last post by:
i'm curious to know how others handle the closing of files. i seem to always end up with this pattern even though i rarely see others do it. f1 = file('file1') try: # process f1 finally: f1.close() which explicitly closes f1
1
5253
by: Navin | last post by:
i open the file download.asp from another main.asp page using window.open what the problem is when i clikc on the hyperlink it prompts me the ie save dialog box taht fine. but when the script ends in download.asp i wanna close the download.asp .asp window open in background.. but that not working. how to close the window download.asp as i wanna save the content in text format i dont wnat to use the body unload event handler as the
2
1900
by: Bruce Wiebe | last post by:
hi all im having a problem accessing a text file on my hard disk after ive created it and added some text to it it would appear that the file is still locked. What happens is this i have three buttons on a windows form that provide three options for the user the process goes like this user clicks button one and a web service is called that dwnloads a list
7
2519
by: Alice | last post by:
Hi, In my program, the user can navigate to many different forms. When they go to the next form, I want the form they have left to close. However, the forms aren't closing. Can anyone tell me what I'm doing wrong? Here is a sample snippet of code where the user can return to the main form while simultaneously closing the previous form.
3
4798
by: ssg31415926 | last post by:
I've just had a colleague ask me this one: is it possible to close files opened (and left open) by another app, programatically? I know it must be possible because NET FILE can do it as can Computer Management. I can't find an obvious place to start in .NET - is there one? I came to .NET via scripting and haven't ever done Win32 stuff. Can anyone point me towards a place to start? Cheers
5
2027
by: xhy_China | last post by:
How to close an file in an running process from another process? For example: There are two running processes,named procIn and procFrom. A file named needCloseFile was opened in procIn. Now I want to close the needCloseFile from procFrom by programming,but left procIn running normally. What can I do???
37
6354
by: Jan Tovgaard | last post by:
Hey everyone:) We have a critical problem, which I can see that other people also has ran into. In Internet Explorer 7 it is no longer possible to do a window.close after opening a window, without getting a alert message that ask if u want to close the window. This did NOT happen in Internet Explorer 6, Mozilla firefox or other browsers.
5
11223
by: Ryan Liu | last post by:
Hi, Both way works, I'd just ask some experts which way is better? My application creates a log file daily. Now each time when I write a log, I will open the file and append to the end. Ocz, if the file is not exist(e.g. another day), it will creates the file first.
1
47484
KevinADC
by: KevinADC | last post by:
Note: You may skip to the end of the article if all you want is the perl code. Introduction Many websites have a form or a link you can use to download a file. You click a form button or click on a link and after a moment or two a file download dialog box pops-up in your web browser and prompts you for some instructions, such as “open” or “save“. I’m going to show you how to do that using a perl script. What You Need Any recent...
0
9589
marktang
by: marktang | last post by:
ONU (Optical Network Unit) is one of the key components for providing high-speed Internet services. Its primary function is to act as an endpoint device located at the user's premises. However, people are often confused as to whether an ONU can Work As a Router. In this blog post, we’ll explore What is ONU, What Is Router, ONU & Router’s main usage, and What is the difference between ONU and Router. Let’s take a closer look ! Part I. Meaning of...
0
10216
Oralloy
by: Oralloy | last post by:
Hello folks, I am unable to find appropriate documentation on the type promotion of bit-fields when using the generalised comparison operator "<=>". The problem is that using the GNU compilers, it seems that the internal comparison operator "<=>" tries to promote arguments from unsigned to signed. This is as boiled down as I can make it. Here is my compilation command: g++-12 -std=c++20 -Wnarrowing bit_field.cpp Here is the code in...
0
10049
jinu1996
by: jinu1996 | last post by:
In today's digital age, having a compelling online presence is paramount for businesses aiming to thrive in a competitive landscape. At the heart of this digital strategy lies an intricately woven tapestry of website design and digital marketing. It's not merely about having a website; it's about crafting an immersive digital experience that captivates audiences and drives business growth. The Art of Business Website Design Your website is...
0
9865
tracyyun
by: tracyyun | last post by:
Dear forum friends, With the development of smart home technology, a variety of wireless communication protocols have appeared on the market, such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc. Each protocol has its own unique characteristics and advantages, but as a user who is planning to build a smart home system, I am a bit confused by the choice of these technologies. I'm particularly interested in Zigbee because I've heard it does some...
1
7413
isladogs
by: isladogs | last post by:
The next Access Europe User Group meeting will be on Wednesday 1 May 2024 starting at 18:00 UK time (6PM UTC+1) and finishing by 19:30 (7.30PM). In this session, we are pleased to welcome a new presenter, Adolph Dupré who will be discussing some powerful techniques for using class modules. He will explain when you may want to use classes instead of User Defined Types (UDT). For example, to manage the data in unbound forms. Adolph will...
0
6675
by: conductexam | last post by:
I have .net C# application in which I am extracting data from word file and save it in database particularly. To store word all data as it is I am converting the whole word file firstly in HTML and then checking html paragraph one by one. At the time of converting from word file to html my equations which are in the word document file was convert into image. Globals.ThisAddIn.Application.ActiveDocument.Select();...
1
3965
by: 6302768590 | last post by:
Hai team i want code for transfer the data from one system to another through IP address by using C# our system has to for every 5mins then we have to update the data what the data is updated we have to send another system
2
3565
muto222
by: muto222 | last post by:
How can i add a mobile payment intergratation into php mysql website.
3
2815
bsmnconsultancy
by: bsmnconsultancy | last post by:
In today's digital era, a well-designed website is crucial for businesses looking to succeed. Whether you're a small business owner or a large corporation in Toronto, having a strong online presence can significantly impact your brand's success. BSMN Consultancy, a leader in Website Development in Toronto offers valuable insights into creating effective websites that not only look great but also perform exceptionally well. In this comprehensive...

By using Bytes.com and it's services, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

To disable or enable advertisements and analytics tracking please visit the manage ads & tracking page.