The Logic Off Topic list

On Jan 21, 2004, at 3:39 PM, logiclists wrote:

>
> Thanks for the tips guys!!!  But, a few people contacted me off-list 
> and I got the
> answer, and it worked!!!!
>
> First, the answer:  Delete the hidden file called "DS_Store" in any 
> folder that is giving
> your "View" troubles.... That's it!  These files can get corrupted. 
>
> You can find these files by using the Finder's search program 
> (COMMAND+F), and
> then adding a second search parameter and make it search for 
> "invisible" files....
>
> Then, when you find the "DS_Store" file of the folder that is giving 
> you issues, just
> select it and DELETE!!!  Problems gone, as a new DS_Store file is 
> created
> automatically.... Although I think that you have to logout/login first 
> (that is what I did
> just in case)....
>
> LASTLY, this was a "carry-over" issue that I have been having for 
> MONTHS, and was
> not a result of the upgrade to Panther...  I just got sick of it NOW, 
> that's all! 
>
> All is fixed, thanks to the advice!

Many thanks, Chris, for posting this. I really think it's worth being 
placed somewhere on FAQ pages (do we have OT FAQ BTW?).

Best,

Andy
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