How can I get the path of a Windows “special folder” for a specific user?

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Please, do not go into the registry to find this information. That location might change in future versions of Windows. Use SHGetFolderPath instead.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb762181(VS.85).aspx

Edit: It looks like LogonUser will provide the token for the other user that you need.

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