The Problem:
Environment: Using Visual Studio in Windows, most any version since the 2000's.
Pain point: I have a DLL class library in 32-bit-preferred project and I can't see or write to the necessary files in System32.
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2If you are posting a solution to a problem, you should create the question outlining the problem and a separate answer outlining the solution. – Eric J. Nov 03 '15 at 00:36
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The Solution:
Explanation: System32 is a virtualized folder on a 64-bit machine. 32-bit applications are redirected to a different folder specifically geared towards the needs of 32-bit applications. I believe this folder is named WOW64. You need to stop the redirection in certain instances.
The Fix: Use Sysnative instead of System32!
Example: Trying to access c:\Windows\System32. Should use c:\Windows\Sysnative as your path instead!
Note: You will never be able to visit Sysnative in Windows Explorer. It simply tells Windows not to redirect to another folder. Buyer beware :)
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