Canvas X File and Directory Naming
Overview: When saving files names or creating directories for Canvas X files, avoid using non English or Unicode characters. File names containing these characters my cause errors opening or saving.
Applies To: Canvas X, Canvas X Geo, Canvas X3, Canvas X Draw
Sample File or Directory Name That Should not be used:
testʦʧʨʩder.CVX
C:\_FØLDER_
Error Messages:
Saving:
Opening:
Steps To Resolve:
- Locate the directory where files are stored and make sure the directory name does not contain non English characters.
- Locate the directory where files are stored and make sure the file name does not contain non English characters.
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