Windows 10: I cant seem to delete files from my HP laptop.

Discus and support I cant seem to delete files from my HP laptop. in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; They showed up on files but when I select to delete it says its unavailable or "there is nothing here" yet when I go back on file you can clearly see... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by Benesis Martineez, May 5, 2021.

  1. I cant seem to delete files from my HP laptop.


    They showed up on files but when I select to delete it says its unavailable or "there is nothing here" yet when I go back on file you can clearly see the images. At times I can open the full picture but unable to press "delete" because its gray unavailableIs it a virus?

    :)
     
    Benesis Martineez, May 5, 2021
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  2. dalchina Win User

    Hp laptop screen won’t display except occasionally

    - this suggests BIOS corruption or a hardware problem...
    Whilst you might try flashing the BIOS (updating it may be necessary to run Win 10- witness your problem above), you also say you have access to it.
    Do you hear any beeps or sounds?

    Try steps 1,2 here:
    Laptop freezes at HP logo without loading circle - HP Support Forum - 5997641

    Check the version of your BIOS vs that listed on HP's site for your laptop.

    I'm also wondering if this might be related to your CMOS battery inside your laptop. (This should be a normal circular battery).
    How to replace the CMOS battery
    - but that's just a thought.

    Worth asking on the HP forum.

    ================================
    Sorry that's not how to create a bootable disk. All that disk is is data storage- as you just copied the files to it.

    Please see:
    How to Create a Bootable DOS USB Drive
    for one way to do it using a free program.

    However, given the above, doing that isn't likely to help you I'm afraid.
     
    dalchina, May 5, 2021
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  3. 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 5, 2021
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  4. Zeeba# Win User

    I cant seem to delete files from my HP laptop.

    My hp laptop wont turn on

    This is a frequent problem am sure as you have already seen from online searches.

    Flea power is usually the culprit here, basically its residual power that remains on the computer even after thecomputer has been shutdown. You can drain the flea power with the steps the other answers have suggested.

    • Disconnecting the battery and adapter
    • Press the hardpress the power button for 30 seconds
    • This should clear the flea power

    If this doesnt work, read this article its about
    a dell inspiron
    but the same applies for you hp. It has some detailed step by step instructions
     
    Zeeba#, May 5, 2021
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