How to use the "del" (delete) command with strange file

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Try deleting it using it's short name (8.3 format). To determine the 8.3
name: from the command prompt type "dir /x" (no quotes).

What about deleting it via Explorer?
 
Hi,

anyone have any ideas how to delete a file like this:

.._filename.ext

The "." in front of the filename seems to screw up the
delete command.

Thanks for any help someone might be able to provide.

Wayne Chapin
 
The . in front should not be an issue. Make sure there are no leading spaces. That can cause trouble.
 
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