[RESOLVED] [2008] Detect if a path is in a valid format

[AnthonyGrimes]

Sorry if this is a simple question, but here it goes. I have a program that allows a user to either select a output filename or manually type the output filename. Is there any way to check if the path\filename are in the proper format? Since it may not exist yet, I am trying to check if it is a valid format (ie C:\Whatever\Whatever.abc) before I create the new file.

Would I have to check each piece for existance? The drive letter (C:\), the folder (C:\Whatever) and that the filename has an extension, even if not valid.

I was just wondering if there is anything easier.

Thanks for any input.