hi how can i rename a file in a the same directory in the bat file from "password.msi" to "password protector.msi' thanks

"password protector.msi' Is not a DOS filename. ===================================== Helping others achieve escape felicity M2

In CMD: ren password.msi "password protector.msi" or ren "C:\anydir\any other dir\password.msi" "C:\anydir\any other dir\password protector.msi"

You sure? That may be too many letters (plus extension) for DOS to recognise. I am thinking of a eight letter Max. here. Wm.

@Coos Bay Lumber You're right if we talk about pure DOS environment, where the lenght of folder names and filenames is limited to 8.3 characters.