Can't delete avi file - says file is in use even though it's not

[Randy]

I am trying to delete a file on my computer, and every
time I try to, the following message comes up: cannot
delete file - it is being used by another person or
program. Close any programs that might be using the file
and try again. There is no program or person using this
file, and I have triple-checked to make sure. It appears
to be locked in some open mode. How can I circumvent that
and delete the file anyway? thanks very much,

R

 

[BuzzLightYear]

Reboot and try to delete file again.

 

[Kelly]

Hi Randy,

Run this edit, then try again. If that doesn't help, follow the process in
the second link:

Remove AVI Search - File in use Error Message (Line 74)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Can't Delete a File or Folder in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_d.htm#del

 

[Guest]

Thanks Kelly, I'll give them a shot and see what happens.
Happy holidays back!!

Randy

-----Original Message-----
Hi Randy,

Run this edit, then try again. If that doesn't help, follow the process in
the second link:

Remove AVI Search - File in use Error Message (Line 74)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Can't Delete a File or Folder in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_d.htm#del

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Happy Holidays,
Kelly

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I am trying to delete a file on my computer, and every
time I try to, the following message comes up: cannot
delete file - it is being used by another person or
program. Close any programs that might be using the file
and try again. There is no program or person using this
file, and I have triple-checked to make sure. It appears
to be locked in some open mode. How can I circumvent that
and delete the file anyway? thanks very much,

R

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