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SetAttr Statement


This standard VB statement sets the file attributes for a specified file.

Syntax

SetAttr pathname, attributes

Argument
Description

pathname

A string or string expression evaluating to the name of the file to modify

attributes

An integer expression containing the new attributes for the file

Returns

Not applicable

Usage

Wildcards are not allowed in pathname. If the file is open, you can modify its attributes, but only if it is opened for Read access. Here is a description of attributes that can be modified:

Value
Meaning

0

Normal file

1

Read-only file

2

Hidden file

4

System file

32

Archive—file has changed since last backup

Example

For an example, read Select Case Statement.

Related Topics

FileAttr Function
GetAttr Function

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