Yes I am new to programing in the sense that , I want to learn how it works. I can take snippets of code and put it together and make a program . I will work but be a program that is full of flaws such as you point out to me . You made some great points and I will use your advice and change my program for the better of data preservation. So much more for me to learn. I really do appreciate all the help everyone is giving me . Thanks again