On 30 July 2010 09:52, Sue <[log in to unmask]> wrote: > When re-run, the script is automatically replacing the existing file without > any prompt that a file already exists Yes, that's standard practice for FM and something to watch out for if you're not aware of it. Can be useful though and has been used to delete files without needing a special plug-in. Steve: thanks for the Temp folder note. I think the actual location of the tmp folder will be different on a server (ie, compared with client OS) but the point is that it's writeable which is useful. -- Tim Mansour <[log in to unmask]> Neologica Print & Promotions ABN 63 904 335 408 Certified FileMaker 10 Developer PO Box K1163 : Haymarket NSW 1240 Mobile 0405 500 846 : Melbourne in-dial 03 9012 7441