Windows 10: This action can’t be completed because the file is open in Windows host process Rundll32

Discus and support This action can’t be completed because the file is open in Windows host process Rundll32 in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Whenever I try to delete, move, or otherwise change the location of a file I am met with this error code. This only occurs in my B drive, which is an... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by xBIGxDeVx, Apr 7, 2024.

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    This action can’t be completed because the file is open in Windows host process Rundll32


    Whenever I try to delete, move, or otherwise change the location of a file I am met with this error code. This only occurs in my B drive, which is an internal SATA SSD.

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This action can’t be completed because the file is open in Windows host process Rundll32

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