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I write code tied to data files and leaving them open while testing code changes is pretty important. The code might be refreshing or appending data to the files. I actually want the file to overwrite an open file (as long as I'm prompted of the change).

Been using the tool since 2003. I work with huge files and active files. I don't need or want to open a 4.2 - 27 GB data file and have it create a duplicate file. Not only does it consume unnecessary resources it requires excessive cleanup.

Historically I've turned of the setting to create temp files when I have files open in UltraEdit. The current version installed on my newest machine lock files when open in UltraEdit if the temp files are turned off. Is there a way, I haven't noted, to leave the files unlocked without created the te...