DraftSight Installation Error 1320

Problem

This article explains how to correct the problem with "Error 1320: The specified path is too long" when installing DraftSight. The error may make it seem like the installation file location needs to be shortened, but this is not the solution. The issue is caused by Windows Explorer hiding files and folders.

DraftSight Error 1320 example

Solution

Go through the steps below to resolve the issue:

  1. Go to "This PC" in Windows Explorer
Go to "This PC" in Windows Explorer
  1. Choose the "View" tab at the top
Choose the "View" tab at the top
  1. Check "Hidden Files" and click on "Options" in the right corner
Check "Hidden Files" and click on "Options" in the right corner
  1. Click "Change folders and search options" from the Options drop-down.
  2. Click "View" on the pop-up appeared, uncheck "Hide protected operating system files", and then click OK
Click View, uncheck Hide protected operating system files, and click ok
  1. Go to C:\ProgramData and locate the "Application Data" shortcut
  2. Rename the "Application Data" shortcut to "Application Data_old"
  3. Install DraftSight
  4. After installation, rename that folder again to "Application Data"

For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.

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