Is there a definitive guide for special folders in windows?
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04-10-2019 - |
Question
Is there a definitive guide for special folders in windows? An internet search yielded just a few crumbs of information, e.g.
What I'm looking for is an explanation of each folder, its intended purpose, usage scenarios and motivation for its existence (e.g. what does Local App settings provide for that App settings doesn't). A matrix/table of requirements/uses against folder would be handy I think.
Solution
How about the CSILD
reference: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb762494%28v=VS.85%29.aspx
and the KNOWNFOLDERID
reference: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd378457%28v=VS.85%29.aspx
OTHER TIPS
In addition to the CSILD and KNOWNFOLDERID references, you can find also some useful bits here (Classify Application Data and following).