Windows 10: app in downloads will not uninstall or delete

Discus and support app in downloads will not uninstall or delete in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; My daughter downloaded an app installer for a video game that's not from any place I know or trust. I can't find the app in add/remove or a dedicated... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Huckleberry8523, Feb 20, 2020.

  1. HUCKLEBERRY8523
    Huckleberry8523 Win User

    app in downloads will not uninstall or delete


    My daughter downloaded an app installer for a video game that's not from any place I know or trust. I can't find the app in add/remove or a dedicated file for the game so I'm assuming she didn't continue the install. But the installer is still in my download folder and will not let me delete it. Says "action can't complete because of file open in fucesoce setup" How do I delete the install app from download folder?


    Also, Is there a way to put downloads to the pc no matter the source under password, so I have to approve the download?

    :)
     
    Huckleberry8523, Feb 20, 2020
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  2. NOPD
    NOPD Win User

    Programs Missing From Control Panel List


    I was able to get rid of XNVIEW by downloading it and using it's own uninstaller.
    Have tried method suggested by Pyramid 10 with photoscape without success.
    Can't figure out how to do what is asked.

    Your next suggestion?
     
    NOPD, Feb 20, 2020
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  3. JAY JAP
    Jay Jap Win User
    Deleting apps

    Hello Kelly,

    We would like to know more information about your issue so that we will know why you are unable to delete applications on your computer:

    • What changes/updates have you made prior to the issue?
    • Is there an error message when you try to uninstall an application?

    In the meantime, I would suggest that you try the steps in this article on
    how to uninstall apps and programs in Windows 10.

    We will wait for your response.

    Regards.
     
    Jay Jap, Feb 20, 2020
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  4. DANIELANKAMAH MENSAH
    DanielAnkamah Mensah Win User

    app in downloads will not uninstall or delete

    Unable to uninstall an app

    First of all, I haven't tried any troubleshoot steps.

    I tried to uninstall it at control panel.

    Now, from the list of programmes at the control panel, the app has disappeared (I don't know if it has uninstalled) but the folder of the app is still on the start menu app list.

    How do I delete the folder from the list of apps on the start menu.

    Thank you.
     
    DanielAnkamah Mensah, Feb 20, 2020
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