Windows 10 Can't Delete Files in Download Folder .....

GadgetJim57

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I have many files in the Downloads Folder that I need to Delete, but cannot. I keep getting this same error when I try to delete the files. I tried copying the files I need to one of the partitions, which was successful, but still cannot delete any of the files.
 
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That would be due to an open file handle. You can locate the handle with a tool like procexp or simply rebooting should clear the handle.
 
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Now I'm really screwed … !!! I ended Windows Explorer, and now I cannot access the Download Folder … !!! I can't even Restart or Shut Down … !!!
 
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Time for me to retire for the day. I'll be back tomorrow late afternoon (Pacific Time). Only have a very short time to work on this issue, until the weekend …..
 
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Press Link Removed key + R > Type Explorer > File Explorer will open. Open task manager and try to end the task or process that is running in back ground. Then try to delete the file.

Regards,
Adrian
 
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