You cannot delete a file when it is in use in Windows.
When a process opens a file, it locks the file while it is in use.
All operations to the file like delete, rename, open, edit, etc.
will be disabled while the file is locked by another process.
trigger the following command:
Replace and with the source and destination paths.
Some file extensions are blocked by VSS like.OST and PST Outlook data files.
To copy these files from VSS, you should delete the file extensions from the registry first.
For this, we will show you how to force delete a file even if it is locked.
you’ve got the option to also force delete a folder using similar techniques.
Lets discuss some of the instant solutions ifWindows is not showing the processname which is locking the file.
After restarting, try deleting, moving or renaming the file.
If you still get access denied, move on to the next solution.
This will kill the problematic process.
If still files access is denied, try the next solution.
Restart the computer
When nothing works, restarting the computer can be beneficial.
If you dont get this problem frequently, try restarting your box.
A clean boot is preferable because it will not cache anything in the memory.
It not only lists the processes running on your system but also the files or handles they have opened.
Unlocker gives multiple ways to quickly unlock files.
The user can simply right-tap the stubborn file and select IObit Unlocker.
The program will automatically list down the processes locking down the file.
LockHunter
LockHunteris another wonderful and free tool to unlock files instantly.
LockHunter also adds a context menu item by the name What is locking this file?.
you’re able to right-smack the file and simply select What is locking this file?
Just follow the command-line instructions fromhere.
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