5.5 Windows Long Path

5.5.1 Error on Performing File Operations

Few file types such as pdf, exe, and zip displays an error on performing file operations. These errors are caused due to limitation of the individual applications or the operating system and not due to Filr.

5.5.2 Security Tab Unavailable

If the path of a folder is beyond 450 characters, then on right-clicking a file >Properties, the Security tab is unavailable. This error is caused due to limitation of the operating system and not due to Filr.

5.5.3 Limitations

  • After fresh install, browsing a folder that includes characters above 255 might display an error as 'location is not available'. To resolve the issue, close the current instance of Windows Explorer and browse by using a new instance of Windows Explorer.

  • Some of the applications might display an error when performing file operations, this could be caused due to the limitation of the application or the operating system.