Simple Batch File Turns "é" into a Different Character

Question

I have a batch file with a single line in it:

src/Filé.txt

When I run the batch file (either in the command prompt or by clicking it in Windows Explorer), I get the following:

C:>src\FilΘ.txt

'src\FilΘ.txt' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.

It turned my é into an Θ! I've also had it turn into an 8 on another occasion.

The file I'm trying to access does actually exist. Further, if I try it on a simpler file name (file.txt) it opens it without any problems. I'm running Windows 7 64 bit. Any idea what's going on here?

Answer 1

This is related to the code page used by the command prompt. This link has related discussion.