My.Computer.FileSystem.CopyDirectory(Source, Destination, overwrite:=True) > Error >could not complete operation

Question

My.Computer.FileSystem.CopyDirectory(Source, Destination, overwrite:=True)

I am getting the following error message while performing the above copy operation.

My.Computer.FileSystem.CopyDirectory could not complete operation on some files and directories see data property of the exception for more details.

Any thoughts on how to bypass /suppress the errors while performing the copy operation?

Answer 1

Hi @~OSD~ , You can use a combination of a try-catch block and ignoring the caught exception.

Try
    My.Computer.FileSystem.CopyDirectory(Source, Destination, overwrite:=True)
Catch ex As Exception
    ' Ignore the exception and continue execution
End Try

It merely suppresses any exceptions that occur during the operation, allowing the program to continue execution without being interrupted by error messages.

However, it's essential to note that by ignoring exceptions, you lose the ability to detect and handle potential issues that may arise during the copy operation. If an error occurs that prevents certain files or directories from being copied successfully, you won't be aware of it, and the operation will continue as if everything succeeded.

Best Regards.

Jiachen Li

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