Windows 10: Help, can't delete file!

Discus and support Help, can't delete file! in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I have a file that I can't delete, nor can I move it to a different folder. If I try to execute either of these actions, my file explorer will just... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by AwkwardPizzaDude, Sep 3, 2021.

  1. Help, can't delete file!


    I have a file that I can't delete, nor can I move it to a different folder. If I try to execute either of these actions, my file explorer will just completely lock up, not only that, if I even try to enter the folder in which it's contained videos my file explorer will also just lock up. I tried rebooting my computer, and CMD deleting it, but I just can't get rid of the thing. It's just a normal mkv file, and it plays back just fine, so my assumption is that something in the metadata is corrupted.

    :)
     
    AwkwardPizzaDude, Sep 3, 2021
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  2. jmcslob Win User

    2 x SSD Raid 0 - is this right?

    Hey Fits

    Can you list a few helpful hints for T ski ,maybe a step by step how to OR what to look out for*Cool Help, can't delete file! :cool:
     
    jmcslob, Sep 3, 2021
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  3. Arun B J Win User
    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, Sep 3, 2021
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  4. Alden Rey Win User

    Help, can't delete file!

    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, Sep 3, 2021
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