Convert filenames to DOS 8.3 convention when using the Input tool inside of a macro

[Hollingsworth]

Can we get the input tool to automatically convert long filenames to the 8.3 convention inside of a macro?

I've written a batch macro that individually opens files in order to trap files that fail to open. However, when I pass in really long file names it bombs because beyond some length the Input tool converts the path to 8.3 but that logic doesn't fire inside of my macro.

Example of filename:
\\ccogisgc1sat\d$\Dropbox (Clear Channel Outdoor)\Mapping\BWI MapInfo\Workspaces\Local\AEs\Archives\Cara\Sunrise Senior Living\Washington+DC_Adults+55++With+HHI+Of+$75,000++Who+Are+Caregiver+Of+Aging+Parent_Relative+Or+Planning+To+Shop+For+Nursing+Care_Assisted+Living_Retirem.TAB

[SeanAdams]

Good idea @Hollingsworth - better treatment of long filenames vs. 8.3 throughout would be helpful.

There are some python libraries that choke on full long-filenames too, so this would be a very good base capability to build in throughout the product.