PDF reports sent using MS Mail always named "untitled.txt"

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        CrystalDecisions.Shared.MicrosoftMailDestinationOptions mailOpts =
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        exportOpts.ExportFormatOptions = pdfOpts;
        mailOpts.MailMessage = "See attached Action Plan for " + qar.FormNumber;
        mailOpts.MailSubject = aiRows[0].ActionID + " Action Plan";
        mailOpts.MailToList = emailAddresses;
        exportOpts.ExportDestinationOptions = mailOpts;
        exportOpts.ExportDestinationType =
           CrystalDecisions.Shared.ExportDestinationType.MicrosoftMail;
        exportOpts.ExportFormatType =
           CrystalDecisions.Shared.ExportFormatType.PortableDocFormat;
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What can we do to supply a meaningful name for the attached file, and ensure it bears the correct "pdf" extension?
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Mitchell

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