This appearspreceding one file name in list of spreadsheets, and the same file name also appears without the "~".So far as I can tell the files are exactly the same; no differences noted.In addition to knowing the meaning, will appreciate where I should have gone to find it, presumably somewhere inMicrosoft. Not in FAQs and SEARCH brought no responses.Thanks for help! 1 person got this answerI do too

You have your system set to show hidden files (Folder Options>View tab). The files with a tilde ("~") in front of them are temporary files. MS Office programs like Word and Excel make a temporary file as they are working. The temporary files are supposed to get cleared out when you close the program but sometimes they don't. The real file - the one you work from - is the one without the tilde.MS-MVP - Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!

Much appreciate your prompt helpful reply. I can but wish other replies to other questions were as clearly expressed as yours.Cordially,RO

Thanks for your sweet words. I'm glad that sorted it for you. Thanks again for letting me know I helped you. Cheers.MS-MVP - Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!