Re^2: File::Copy - move() function corrupting files

I can't do it this way because the pdf files are initially created by Abobe PDF Printer and I don't think there is a way to change the extensions of what it prints to something besides .pdf

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Re^3: File::Copy - move() function corrupting files by afoken (Chancellor) on Aug 26, 2014 at 20:22 UTC
Don't scan for files yourself, make the operating system notify you of changes in the filesystem (inotify or similar APIs). Make sure your code starts processing only after a new file (opened for writing) is closed. For inotify, this seems to be indicated by the `IN_CLOSE_WRITE` event. Alexander -- Today I will gladly share my knowledge and experience, for there are no sweeter words than "I told you so". ;-)	[reply] [d/l]

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Re^3: File::Copy - move() function corrupting files
by afoken (Chancellor) on Aug 26, 2014 at 20:22 UTC

Don't scan for files yourself, make the operating system notify you of changes in the filesystem (inotify or similar APIs). Make sure your code starts processing only after a new file (opened for writing) is closed. For inotify, this seems to be indicated by the IN_CLOSE_WRITE event.

Alexander

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