Sample Macro to Display File Name and Path

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1. Type the following macro code in a module sheet in a new workbook.

         Sub GetPath()
            MsgBox ThisWorkbook.FullName
         End Sub
   						

2. Save the workbook.
3. To run the macro, position the insertion point in the "GetPath" line, and press F5.
   
   A message box will appear with the full path and file name for the active workbook.