Windows 10: I can't delete files no matter what

Discus and support I can't delete files no matter what in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I cant delete files that I don't want of a few downloads I originally thought it's because they're being used in the background but I can't end them on... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Endlesvoices, Apr 12, 2023.

  1. ENDLESVOICES
    Endlesvoices Win User

    I can't delete files no matter what


    I cant delete files that I don't want of a few downloads I originally thought it's because they're being used in the background but I can't end them on task manager it says "access denied" I also can't delete them using command prompt idk what to do please help me

    :)
     
    Endlesvoices, Apr 12, 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, Apr 13, 2023
    #2
  3. DCNEWBIE
    DCnewbie Win User
    How do I delete registry files?

    Does it matter if I deleted programs at:
    Go to Hkey_Current User> Software intead of "Local Machine"?

    Also, where can I check if programs listed there are legitimate? Isn't there a website to check the names of programs or applications?
     
    DCnewbie, Apr 13, 2023
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  4. MOHANC
    MohanC Win User

    I can't delete files no matter what

    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, Apr 13, 2023
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