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    Losing filename when restore deleted file from recycle bin

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by mortalcombat, Mar 9, 2013.

  1. mortalcombat

    mortalcombat Notebook Consultant

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    Anytime I restore a file form the recycle bin I completely lose the name it had and I get a weird name with number and $ signs.. Why is this happening and what can i do about it?
     
    mortalcombat, Mar 9, 2013
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    According to steve p's link, a possible cause was due to installing teracopy. There could have been a software bug from something that you installed recently if it wasn't teracopy, in your case. You can try a system restore point if you have one available, or a Windows repair.
     
    Prostar Computer, Mar 11, 2013
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