Windows 10: Automatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder

Discus and support Automatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi,I would like to automatically move files from my Download folder to a specific folder. They are Excel items that I download and the names only... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by S2poon, Dec 24, 2021.

  1. S2poon Win User

    Automatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder


    Hi,I would like to automatically move files from my Download folder to a specific folder. They are Excel items that I download and the names only differ in the date in the name. For exampleAutomatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder :Dummy holdings 20211222.xlsxDummy holdings 20211221.xlsxDummy holdings 20211220.xlsxSo the name at the beginning is always the same but the date changes it. I have other stuff in that folder that I don't want to move.I know you can use a program like Task Scheduler but I don't know how to modified the scripts available online that lets me target specific files.Is there a way to do this please?Thank youS2

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    S2poon, Dec 24, 2021
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  2. Windows 10 search for a specific folder name and file name

    Carlos: Thanks for your reply. What you suggest is what I have been doing. I search for folders with a specific name and get a list. Then I have to search each folder for a specific file. So it's a two step search and that's what I was trying to avoid.

    I assume there are applications out there that allow for an "AND" search in Windows. I'll try that approach.

    Thanks, again.
     
    MarkMcDonough45, Dec 24, 2021
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  3. Frogger Win User
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    Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

    When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

    Important

    If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
    If you both use the same computer

    You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
    If both computers are on the same network

    You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
    If you want to share your files online

    You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

    Step-by-step procedure

    If you don't want others to access your files

    You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure

    'HELP' it can be your friend *Smile Automatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder :)
     
    Frogger, Dec 24, 2021
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  4. dark2099 Win User

    Automatically move specific files that have the same suffix to another folder

    Generating a .txt based file list in Windows 7

    I want to be able to generate a .txt file that lists all the files and folders in a specific folder on my PC, but don't know the name of any programs that do that. Searched on google a bit and came up with this guide, but it's for XP and I can't seem to find some of the folder options to modify the .bat file. Any suggestions? Thanks

    http://www.theeldergeek.com/file_list_generator.htm

    EDIT: The .bat file will do what I want if it is in the folder I want to do it in, but the option I want to add is having the right click option that it shows.
     
    dark2099, Dec 24, 2021
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