Windows 10: Moving or deleting files

Discus and support Moving or deleting files in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hello While trying to move or remove certain files, I'm getting this warning: "If you move this file, Windows or another program may no longer work... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by NaftaliHas, Aug 28, 2019.

  1. NAFTALIHAS
    NaftaliHas Win User

    Moving or deleting files


    Hello


    While trying to move or remove certain files, I'm getting this warning:

    "If you move this file, Windows or another program may no longer work correctly."

    I DO KNOW you have responded to a very similar q. already, but, in this case, those files were copied from an old-long-ago-ruined-disk, together with other files, all in the same directory.

    There are those 2 files left (both named folder.xml, that trying to delete OR EVEN TRYING TO MOVE THEM TO ANOTHER DIRECTORY gives me that warning.


    Can I get rid of them, and moreover, what exactly is that xml type of file function?


    Thanks a lot

    Naftali

    :)
     
    NaftaliHas, Aug 28, 2019
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  2. REYMICHAEL ROS
    Reymichael Ros Win User

    Deleting a file

    Hi,

    In order for us to assist you better, let us know few things to analyze the issue with deleting files in your computer.

    • Are you receiving any error messages when deleting or moving the files?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?
    • Is it possible for you to send us a screenshot of the issue?
    Looking forward to your response.
     
    Reymichael Ros, Aug 28, 2019
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  3. FREDERIK LONG
    Frederik Long Win User
    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, Aug 28, 2019
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  4. ALDEN REY
    Alden Rey Win User

    Moving or deleting files

    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, Aug 28, 2019
    #4
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