Windows 10: File Not Found - Cannot Be Deleted

Discus and support File Not Found - Cannot Be Deleted in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I was trying to upload a picture directly to Website, but it wouldn't due to 'file not supported,' so I tried taking a screen shot and saving to my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Default Username 45, May 6, 2023.

  1. DEFAULT USERNAME 45
    Default Username 45 Win User

    File Not Found - Cannot Be Deleted


    I was trying to upload a picture directly to Website, but it wouldn't due to 'file not supported,' so I tried taking a screen shot and saving to my desktop through 'Paint' which still didn't work, but somehow the picture can now neither be opened nor deleted.How do I get rid of it?

    :)
     
    Default Username 45, May 6, 2023
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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, May 6, 2023
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  3. MOHANC
    MohanC Win User
    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
    MohanC, May 6, 2023
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  4. ARUN B J
    Arun B J Win User

    File Not Found - Cannot Be Deleted

    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.
     
    Arun B J, May 6, 2023
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