keller said something like: > > What toolbox calls should I use to find out the volRefNumber of the > extensions folder so that I can access my resource fork (and numerous > strings)? > > TIA > > Anders > You should use FINDFOLDER, but that will give you a Volume Ref NOT a Working Ref. If you need a Working Ref, then you will have to create it yourself. If you are now lost - please see Rick's notes on this topic, they will help you understand the difference. Jamin