Determine if a File Exists Using the Windows API
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Using the DIR function may not be the best way to determine
if a file exists, especially if you are using VB to compare two
directories, and take action when the files do not match. This function, using the Windows API, offers an alternative.
Instructions: Copy the declarations and code below and paste directly into your VB project.
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