Windows 10: Can’t delete files from deleted shared drive

Discus and support Can’t delete files from deleted shared drive in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I deleted a shared drive from my old work computer and now I cannot delete a load of folders ‘attached’ to this drive as they can’t access the path.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by GinniHogarth, Aug 20, 2020.

  1. GINNIHOGARTH
    GinniHogarth Win User

    Can’t delete files from deleted shared drive


    I deleted a shared drive from my old work computer and now I cannot delete a load of folders ‘attached’ to this drive as they can’t access the path. How can I get rid of these folders please? Thank you :-

    :)
     
    GinniHogarth, Aug 20, 2020
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  2. ALDEN REY
    Alden Rey Win User

    deleting hard drive files

    Hi,

    May we know what type of file are you trying to delete? Would it be Office documents, media files, or picture files? If you're trying to delete files for free some space on your device. We suggest to perform a Disc Cleanup. Kindly follow the steps below to
    perform the task:

    • Type in Cortana Disc Cleanup
    • Choose the files to delete
    • Click on "Clean up system files"
    • Click on Ok

    For any concerns, don't hesitate to get back to us.

    Regards.
     
    Alden Rey, Aug 20, 2020
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  3. MACBETH
    macbeth Win User
    Cannot delete files in Temp

    There are a few files that i cant delete in
    C:\Documents and Settings\1st User\Local Settings\Temp
    which are ~DF567B.tmp, ~DFB71E.tmp, ~ROMFN_000007A8 and Perflib_Perfdata_7a8.dat. And some times there are a few more.
    What are these files and why cant they be deleted?
     
    macbeth, Aug 20, 2020
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  4. TEMP02
    temp02 Win User

    Can’t delete files from deleted shared drive

    Can I delete this unknown file safely?

    Well then simply erase (Shift + Del) the $RECYCLE.BIN folder of that drive, I just find it odd that Windows doesn't pick up the drive's recycle bin when you connect it.
    And yes it's completely safe to delete the whole $RECYCLE.BIN folder, it wont affect any of the other files/folders on the drive, and whenever you delete (Del) another file it will be re-created.
     
    temp02, Aug 20, 2020
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