setting a variable length 1

[thevillageinn]

I'm creating a text file, and need to set the length of a variable to 30 characters, no more no less, but since I am compiling my data from a mass of sources, and am not able to use the "transfer text" method, I can't specify a file layout.

I've tried to use Format$, but have been unable to get the place holders (@, #, &, " &quot to work.

I am fairly sure this is simple, but I'm seriously stuck on this. Thanks in advance.
-Dan

 

[VBslammer]

Dim strVariable As String * 30

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[thevillageinn]

perfect, thank you very much!