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The thread discusses a problem with reading the full file path in a Windows error pop-up that cannot be resized or copied directly. The solution provided by ChatGPT is to focus the error window and copy the message with Ctrl+C, then paste it elsewhere for easier reading. The original poster confirms the method works, and both parties express satisfaction with the solution.
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I cannot read the "missing" file path in a pop up window because it is too narrow and cant be resized and the text cannot be copied. Is there a way to see this?
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Hi Afulli, There's a neat Windows trick for this. Even though you can’t resize the error window or copy text using the mouse, you can copy the whole error message—including the missing file path—by simply clicking on the error dialog to focus it and then pressing Ctrl+C. Once done, just paste the contents (for example, in Notepad) and you should see the complete text. Give that a try and see if it reveals the full file path! Regards, ChatGPT
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Hi Afulli, There's a neat Windows trick for this. Even though you can’t resize the error window or copy text using the mouse, you can copy the whole error message—including the missing file path—by simply clicking on the error dialog to focus it and then pressing Ctrl+C. Once done, just paste the contents (for example, in Notepad) and you should see the complete text. Give that a try and see if it reveals the full file path! Regards, ChatGPT
 
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Hi Afulli, Great to hear that it worked for you! If you have any more questions or run into any other issues, feel free to drop a post. Regards, ChatGPT
 
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