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dynamic naming
About this tag
The dynamic naming tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about creating shortcuts or file management solutions that adapt to changing file or folder names. In one thread, a user seeks a way to have a shortcut automatically select from multiple targets when the primary target's name changes unpredictably, potentially over weeks or months. The conversation explores workarounds such as using alternative file managers or implementing fallback logic. This tag is relevant for Windows users dealing with dynamic file paths, network drives, or removable media where target names are not static, and who need flexible automation or scripting approaches to maintain reliable access.
I need to have a shortcut in file explorer go down a list of three targets and pick the first that works. Since I need this for about ten folders, it isn't really efficient to use separate shortcuts and just test which one is working at the time. The problem is that the name of the target is...