RemoveDirectory()
Summary
Removes a folder (directory).
Syntax
RemoveDirectory(string dir_name)
| Argument | Contents |
|---|---|
| dir_name | The full path name of the folder (directory) to remove |
Notes
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The folder must be empty before it can be removed.
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To put a folder into the recycle bin rather than deleting it, use PutInRecycleBin().
Example
// Remove folder MyFiles in the Data folder on drive C
RemoveDirectory("C:\\Data\\MyFiles")Error Codes
| Error Type | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Error | Access was denied to the folder (directory) or it was not empty |
See Also
| Function | Summary |
|---|---|
| CreateDirectory() | Creates a new folder (directory) with a default security descriptor set by the system |
| DeleteFile() | Deletes a file |
| PutInRecycleBin() | Puts a file or folder in the recycle bin |