Windows 10: Can't delete Internet Shortcut file

Discus and support Can't delete Internet Shortcut file in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Basically i dragged an image from google into desktop but instead of the image this file was created and now i can't delete it or do anything with it,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by WDDriver3445, Mar 20, 2023.

  1. Can't delete Internet Shortcut file


    Basically i dragged an image from google into desktop but instead of the image this file was created and now i can't delete it or do anything with it, it's just stuck here in the desktop. i tried a force delete from cmd but apparently such file does not exist, How do i get rid of this file?

    :)
     
    WDDriver3445, Mar 20, 2023
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  2. "Internet ADSL" shortcut keeps reappearing

    I have a very odd problem, I've just re-installed Vista x64 and the shortcut to connect me to my ADSL internet always recreates itself on bootup. I'm sure there must be a registry tweak or something to stop it doing it.

    Here's what I've tried:

    • Reinstalling ADSL modem drivers
    • Deleting shortcut every time
    • Deleting connection and recreating connection

    Also it doesn't remember any of my settings associated with this connection. I have unchecked "Prompt me for name, and password..." and changed redialling options lots of times but when I restart the PC the shortcut has recreated itself and my preferences have been reset to default! *Confused Can't delete Internet Shortcut file :confused:

    Any ideas?
     
    oli_ramsay, Mar 20, 2023
    #2
  3. Arun B J Win User
    How do you delete Excel shortcuts in Windows 10?

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

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


    • What exactly happens when you try to delete the shortcut?

    • Are you getting any error message?

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

    To delete a shortcut

    Right-click the shortcut that you want to delete, click
    Delete, and then click yes. If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

    Reply with necessary information and I’ll be happy to help you further

    Thanks and Regards
     
    Arun B J, Mar 20, 2023
    #3
  4. Can't delete Internet Shortcut file

    How To Delete Temporary Internet Files And Temporary Files In Windows 10

    Hi,

    As you are saying that you are not able to delete the temporary internet files and temporary Files in Windows 10.

    Provide us with the below details for better clarity on the issue.

    1.Have you installed any third party applications to clean up temporary Files?

    2.In the Disk Cleanup had you checked the Temporary Internet files and Temporary files before doing disk cleanup?

    I suggest you to follow the below steps and try deleting the temporary internet files.

    • Open Internet Explorer by typing Internet Explorer in Search Bar. Click the
      Tools
      button, and then click Internet Options.
    • Click the General tab, and then, under Browsing history, click
      Delete.
    • In the Delete Browsing History dialog box, select the check boxes for the information you want to delete, click
      Delete, and then click OK.
    I also suggest you refer the Microsoft article on View and delete browser history in Microsoft Edge
    and check if it helps.

    View and delete browser history in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support

    Let us know if the issue with the deletion of temporary files is resolved we will be glad to assist you further.

     
    Anup Karkal, Mar 20, 2023
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