My Pictures File Automatically Multipling files when deleted.

[laura]

I am having difficulties with the My Pictures file. I
have some pictures on it that I would like to delete, but
when I do this the computer will automatically make about
10 copies of that picture and place them in the file. I
now have over 50 copies of unwanted pictures. I have
tried to go into my tool bar to see if I have unknowingly
checked something that would set the computer for this,
but I don't see that anywhere.

 

[John Inzer]

Maybe the following info will help:

It happens occasionally to most anyone who
is trying to multiple select by holding the Ctrl
or Shift key while left clicking to select the
image files.

The copies are created when you fail to
completely release the mouse button before
you move the pointer to another file. If a group
of selected files is dragged...even the slightest
bit...the next mouse click will produce copies
of all the previously highlighted files.

It's somewhat easier if you have your Folder
Options set to Single Click...this way you can
select/deselect a file with just a mouse over
and you don't have to click. For multiples you
still have to hold...Ctrl or Shift.

No click...no drag...no copy...maybe that's
your solution.

If you wish to delete all the files in a folder
you could try the following:

Go to...Edit / Select All...or type...Ctrl / A...

With all files selected...go to...File / Delete...
or press your Delete key...or...right click the
group and choose "Delete".


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John Inzer
Picture It! MVP
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