Windows 10: how can I delete a folder

Discus and support how can I delete a folder in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; How to delete a folder in a directory https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/how-can-i-delete-a-folder/25be2325-ba58-4e79-9beb-5a145145c7fc Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MargaretSchaller, May 9, 2020.

  1. how can I delete a folder


    How to delete a folder in a directory

    :)
     
    MargaretSchaller, May 9, 2020
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  2. Trouble deleting a folder

    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

    *Confused how can I delete a folder :confused:

    Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well how can I delete a folder :eek:hwell:
     
    oli_ramsay, May 9, 2020
    #2
  3. topgundcp Win User
    Unable to delete a folder - Invalid folder name


    Suggestion:
    1. Run chkdsk x: /r to make sure that there's no HD corruption.
      x: is the drive containing the folder you want to delete.
    2. Try to delete the folder again. If still does not work, go to step 3.
    3. Download: Download - Linux Mint and create a bootable USB using: Rufus - Create bootable USB
    4. Boot up with Linux Mint and try to delete the folder again.
      NOTE: Unlike WinPE. Linux does not have any Windows permission imposed to it so it is easier to delete.
     
    topgundcp, May 9, 2020
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  4. how can I delete a folder

    Delete a file folder.

    In such cases it is often possible to use this 3-step process:

    1. Move the folder to C:\
    2. Reboot
    3. Delete the folder
     
    Frederik Long, May 9, 2020
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