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The tag 'strange characters' on WindowsForum.com covers issues where file Properties display unusual symbols or non-standard characters instead of expected text like timestamps. In one example, a Windows 8 user reports that creation, modification, and access dates appear as strange symbol-type characters, possibly in an Asian script. The problem persisted for months despite clean antivirus scans, correct Region and Language settings, and multiple attempts to change the default font via registry edits. Discussions focus on troubleshooting display corruption in file metadata, often involving font or regional settings, and seeking solutions for restoring normal character rendering in Windows.
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    Windows 8 Strange characters in file Properties instead of time stamp

    Hello. I am using a Dell laptop with Windows 8 Home. The file Properties show strange symbol-type characters where there should be numbers etc. See Screenshot... This character problem has existed for a while, more than 6 months I guess. 1) Antivirus scans are clean. 2) All Region and...
    • grobbit
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    • antivirus corruption default font dell encoding file properties file system font issues help language settings personalization regional settings registry reinstall fonts settings strange characters support troubleshooting user interface windows 8
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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