Windows 10: Unable to delete this pdf file, cannot rename or move to another place, but I can edit it....

I have had this file in my downloads folder and I am unable to delete it. I have tried to go through commands and through shift-delete, nothing works. When I try to delete the file normally, no error message pops up and it just stays there.Please help.

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can not delete or move or rename pdf file

You can delete or rename the file using the internal syntax, as below:

From a Command Prompt window, type:

• del "\\?\D:\username\Downloads\filename.jpg"
  

Of course, replace "filename.jpg" with the actual file name.

(or)

Download WinRAR or 7-Zip and run it. Using the file manager interface of WinRAR/7-Zip, rename the PDF to a shorter name or Shift + Del to permanently delete the file.

See also:

Trying to delete folder with the name "----- " - Microsoft Community: Redirecting

 

Unable to Print PDF files

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



We understand your concern as you are unable to print a PDF file. In order to get clarity and to assist you accordingly, please reply with the answers to the questions below:

• What is the Windows 10 version and Build installed? (Type
  winver in Windows search/Run command)
  
• What is the make and model of the printer & PC?
  
• Does this issue specific to a particular PDF file or all PDF file in the USB?
  
• What is the program that you are using to open the PDF file in order to print?
  
• Did you try printing any PDF file that is saved on the PC?
  
• What happens when you try to print, do you get any error message/code?

Meanwhile, we would suggest you to perform these steps from this article:

Fix printer connection and printing problems in Windows 10



Also, if you are using the Adobe application to print the PDF file, refer this article from Adobe:
Troubleshoot PDF printing in Acrobat and Reader



We await your response.



Aditya Roy

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

Unable to delete, scan, or rename a weird PDF file on my desktop.

I have a pdf file on my desktop that is named a long string of letters and a few dashes that I can't delete. I don't know where this file came from, but when I try to delete, rename, or Norton scan it, I am met with the message: "the system cannot find the path specified." I've tried deleting it through cmd but to no avail... when I click on it it just opens up a new chrome or edge tab (depending on which I've set to open pdf files). How can I get rid of it?