actually i think this is a default behavior. it happens with "pstart" too, for example.
in windows, the "&" is commonly the variable to assign a shortcut key like this: "&Program" so it appears like Program.
that's why putting a "&" all by it self will return a blank space because lbc is prolly seeing it as the variable.
and you don't have to rename the file at source, just use the "&&" technique in the caption field.

don't wanna be a pita but i'm just suggesting the option to scroll thru "bigger than screen menus" not only by clicking the up and down arrows but also with the mouse scrollwheel.
even if i have to bring the cursor down to click on the shortcut, it's easier to use the scrollwheel if i just want to browse the menu.

thanks mouser, you're absolutely right. i tried that before and i didn't think about it. no bug, i'm just dumb  :-[
i think my workaround solution to justify the buttons fails because of the screen resolution changes.
i guess i'll return to the floating mode with no additional spaces.