Windows 10: Able to delete read only files

I am able to rename and delete read only files. Why? How do I correct this?


New build of Windows 10 Home. Error applies to all drives. Error applies to admin and standard users.


I originally found the issue when trying to prevent accidental deletion of files copied from old computers to an "archive" folder in my second hard drive. I set the read only attribute at folder level and this has been inherited down to all the files.


I then created a new file in my admin user, set it to read only and again I can rename and delete it.

:)

 

Only write one number to log file and delete old ones?

Hey,

I'm trying to have some software read from a .text file a number (GPU Temp) but the software will only the first number in a list (Or the first anything)

Is there a way to have to log file delete the previous entries and write the new number in it's place without any headers?


EDIT:

Sorry I'll try again.

I have some webcam software that can read a number (or whatever) from a text file and then it displays the number as an overlay.

See here: http://10.244.193.13:8081/

I was trying to use GPU-z to do this but as it logs as a list the webcam software can't update properly (also it reads the headings of the file and displays them instead)

Is there anyway to alter the logging to only output just the number (GPU Temp) and to delete the old numbers so the new value is the only value in the file.

 

Delete and Cut Files with Preview Pane Open

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

• Have you tried to delete the pdf file in preview panel?
• What exactly happens when try to delete the pdf file?

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

• 
  Open File Explorer.
  
• 
  Select View and click on preview panel.
  
• 
  Select the pdf file.
  
• 
  At the right corner you will be able to see preview panel.
  
• 
  You can right click on it and delete the files.
  

Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.

 

Windows 10 File and folder actions are not saved

Hi,



Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you resolve the issue.



Please share the details.

• 
  What is the make and model of your computer?
  
• 
  Can you see any error message or error code on the screen?
  

Step 1:

Try to delete the file in Safe mode and check whether you are able to delete the file or not. Follow the steps mentioned below.

• 
  Restart the computer and keep tapping F8 till you reach the boot menu.
  
• 
  Select Safe mode from the list and press Enter.
  
• 
  Now try to delete the file in safe mode and check.
  

Step 2:

Check whether the file that you are trying to delete is a read only file. Follow the steps mentioned below.

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  Right click on the file and click on Properties.
  
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  In the general tab check whether there is a check mark place near Read only.
  
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  If there is a check mark, then I would suggest you remove the check mark by clicking on the check box.
  
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  Click on Apply and then Ok.
  
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  Then try to uninstall the file and check.
  

For further reference, check the article mentioned below.

Change a read-only file

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Change-a-read-only-file



Step 3:

I would suggest you to give full control to the file and check whether you are able to delete it or not. Follow the steps mentioned below.

• 
  Right click on the file and click on Properties.
  
• 
  Click on the security tab and click on the administrator’s name.
  
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  Give full access to the file (your user name).
  
• 
  Now delete the file and check whether the issue is resolved.
  

Check the article given below to know about permissions.

What are permissions?

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/What-are-permissions



I hope the information helps. If you have any further queries, please reply with the updated status of the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.



Thank you.