How can I delete this file?

G

Gary

I recently deleted an avi file, and it was 'deleted' to my Recycle Bin no
problem. However, when I've tried to empty my Recycle Bin this file throws
up the following error message:

Error Deleting File or Folder

Cannot delete Dc138: It is being used by another person or program.

Close any programs that might be using the file and try again.

I've tried deleting it in Safe Mode but I get the same error message. Can
anyone please advise me on how to get rid of this file.

Thanks to all who can help.
Gary.
 
C

Carey Frisch [MVP]

Try the following free utility:

Unlocker v1.8.3
http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/#download

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User

Enjoy all the benefits of genuine Microsoft software:
http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/default.mspx

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:

| I recently deleted an avi file, and it was 'deleted' to my Recycle Bin no
| problem. However, when I've tried to empty my Recycle Bin this file throws
| up the following error message:
|
| Error Deleting File or Folder
|
| Cannot delete Dc138: It is being used by another person or program.
|
| Close any programs that might be using the file and try again.
|
| I've tried deleting it in Safe Mode but I get the same error message. Can
| anyone please advise me on how to get rid of this file.
|
| Thanks to all who can help.
| Gary.
 
O

ooofff

Carey said:
Try the following free utility:

Unlocker v1.8.3
http://ccollomb.free.fr/unlocker/#download

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User

Enjoy all the benefits of genuine Microsoft software:
http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/default.mspx

---------------------------------------------------------------------------­---------------------------------

:

| I recently deleted an avi file, and it was 'deleted' to my Recycle Bin no
| problem. However, when I've tried to empty my Recycle Bin this file throws
| up the following error message:
|
| Error Deleting File or Folder
|
| Cannot delete Dc138: It is being used by another person or program.
|
| Close any programs that might be using the file and try again.
|
| I've tried deleting it in Safe Mode but I get the same error message. Can
| anyone please advise me on how to get rid of this file.
|
| Thanks to all who can help.
| Gary.
 

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