How to delete a failed file. How to delete files that are not deleted? Simple solution way

When you try to delete one or another folder with the usual way, the system can issue a message that removal in this moment It is impossible. The notification usually indicates the reason why the section cannot move to the "Basket". Consider the types of errors and take the necessary measures.

Why some folders are not deleted in Windows 10

The system opposes the removal of certain objects for the following reasons:

  • files located in this directory are used by any applications at the moment. Fully close the utility and try to delete the folder with the files again; You will not be able to delete the folder if there is a file that is currently used by any application.
  • the user lacks the authority to send the folder to the "basket". As a rule, it concerns system folders to remove which administrator rights are needed;
    To delete some folders need administrator rights
  • folder with files is used by the user on another computer if your PC is connected to local network. In this situation, it remains only to wait when he finishes work with it;
  • the folder is incorrectly or not fully recorded files. If the recording process on the hard disk was interrupted, the files are stored only partially and often do not start. As a result, they become a "dead cargo" for Windows: the OS does not know what to do with them, and closes access to them;
    Unforeseen errors while deleting folders may arise due to the presence of damaged or incorrectly recorded files.
  • files in the folder were listed in quarantine antivirus utility. Remove the file from quarantine through the antivirus itself, and then try to delete it.
    There may be files that are currently in the "Quarantine" section of Antivirus

Is it possible to delete such folders

You have the right to freely delete custom, which, as a rule, are located on local disk D. With cleaning catalogs on system disk With you need to be as cautious because of the risk, delete important files for the system. Deleting folders, the necessary OS, can lead to its failure or collapse and premature completion of the computer.

Just system files Delete will not work. The OS will issue various messages, for example, request administrator permit, etc.


 To remove most system folders need administrator rights

Nevertheless, cleaning system folders from "garbage" is useful: it eliminates the OS from the files unnecessary to it. But you need to know what can be deleted and what is not. For example, you can delete folders from uninstalled programs in the Program Files section. For one reason or another, they could remain on PC empty or with multiple files. In this situation, one of the following methods will be suitable.


 In the Program Files folder, find sections with newly uninstalled programs and remove them, for example, using " Command line»

Before cleaning a system hard disk from unnecessary folders, it is recommended to create a recovery point.In case of unsuccessful deletion, you can return the system to its original state.

If the screen appears on the screen of permission from TrustedInstaller (removal protection system components), delete the folder is not recommended. If you are confident that it can be painlessly removed from the system, use the way to reconfigure rights.


 If you have a message about the need to resolve from TrustedInstaller, delete folders and files only with complete confidence that they do not need the system

If you doubt whether one or another directory can be removed on the system disk, find information on it on the Internet.

Ways to delete folders that do not want to disappear

Depending on the type of problem, select one or more ways to solve it, described in detail below.

Delete Windows.old, folders with temporary files and other system directories

If you want to clean system section from garbage, for example, remove old windows installations From the Windows.old folder and temporary files from the TEMP folder, and the system does not allow this to do this, use the "Cleaning Disk" tool:

  1. Open the "Control Panel" through " Windows search", Start menu or other way convenient for you. Click on the "Administration" section.
    In the "Control Panel" window, we find the "Administration" section and click on it once
  2. Select "Cleaning the disk".
    In the list of clicking on "Cleaning a disc"
  3. Select a system disk.
    Select in the drop-down disk you want to clean
  4. Click on the "Clear System Files" button, because In the current window you can get rid of some of some folders and their contents.
    For deep cleaning, click on "Clear system files"
  5. Wait for a while that the system can estimate the amount of memory that can be released. The window will start with the list of possible sections for cleaning. Select the desired directories, such as "Previous Windows Settings" using checkboxes. Run the process of deleting files from folders through the "OK" button.
    Choose the necessary items for cleaning and clicking on "OK"
  6. The system will ask if you want to remove all old windows version. In this case, make a rollback before the previous update will not work. If you really want to remove them and make it easier on the system disk, click on "Yes."
    Click on yes, if we want to delete previous Windows installations
  7. Removal will take quite a lot of time, so take patience.
    We are waiting for the completion of the removal

Restarting a computer as a solution solution method

Deleting a partition on a hard disk can be impossible due to a single failure in the system or due to the fact that it currently uses this file. In this case, you can simply restart the PC and the problem will disappear. In no case do not use the "Power" button on the PC to shut down it.


Closing utilities associated with the folder in the "Task Manager"

If you want to delete a folder with text documentswho are currently open in Microsoft Office.The system will notify the impossibility of this action. She will ask to close all the utility windows and try to try.


 Close the window and try to delete

But if the utility is closed, and the folder is still not deleted, most likely, the Microsoft process Office Word. (or any other program through which the file has been opened) is still hanging in the list of running processes. To complete the application fully, you can restart the computer or remove the task manually in the Task Manager:

Video: How to complete the process in "Task Manager"

Change attributes

Incorrectly installed folder attributes may not give users to remove them. To correct the situation, do the following:

  1. IN " Windows Explorer»Open the directory that contains a deletion folder. For example, that custom folder "Photo". Click on it right-click and click Properties.
    In the context menu of the folder click on "Properties"
  2. An additional window will appear on the display. In the General tab, we find the "Attributes" section and remove the checkboxes from all points. You need to remove the mark from the read-only item.
    Remove the checkboxes from attributes in the "General" folder
  3. Click "Apply". A third window will appear, whereby the second item "to this folder and to all subfolders and files". Click on "OK".
    Apply changes to the folder and for all files and sections invested in it
  4. Repeat the directory to delete.

Remunifying permissions

If the folder cannot be removed due to the lack of administrator rights from the user, you need to configure the system so that the user becomes the owner of the folder and receive full access to the actions with it.

  1. Find the folder in the Windows Explorer and click on it right mouse button. Select "Properties".
  2. Go to the Safety tab and click on "Advanced".
    In the Security tab, click on the "Advanced" button
  3. Click on the Add button.
    Click on "Add" to go to the next window
  4. Click on the blue link "Select Subject".
    Click on the first link "Select Subject"
  5. Click the "Advanced" button.
    Click on "additionally" to see the list of accounts
  6. Click on "Search" and on the bottom list, select yourself (usually this is the first item). Click on "OK".
    Click on the "Search" button and choose your account in the list
  7. Confirm the subject by clicking on the "OK" button.
    Click on "OK" to save the selected account
  8. In the second part of the window there will be a list with permissions. Check on the left of " Full access».
    We celebrate the "Full Access" item in the list of general permissions
  9. Click on the "OK" button to make changes.
    Click on "OK" to save permission values
  10. Using the "Apply" button, we save the changes made. We put ourselves as the owner, clicking on the link "Change".
    Click on the "Change" link to change the owner of the folder
  11. Select the owner also using the "Advanced" and "Search" buttons.
  12. Put the mark next to the "Replace subspetener and object owners" option.
    To save all changes, click on "Apply"
  13. Click on "Apply" again, and then on "OK" to close the window.
  14. Restart the PC and try to delete the folder.

Video: How to get full access to a specific folder

Using the "Command Line"

You can get rid of the folder through the "Command Line":


Video: How to delete folders with "Command Line"

Removal in "Safe Mode"

An unnecessary partition can be deleted if the computer will work in "safe mode" in which the system starts only the most important components. The folder will not be blocked, you will get access to it. This method can work if there are unsuccessful files in the folder. To activate "Safe Mode" on Windows 10:

  1. Click on the keyboard the combination of Win and R to call the "Run" window. In the "Open" field, enter msconfig. It is best to copy it and insert to prevent an error. Click on "OK".
    Enter the msconfig command in the Open field and click on OK
  2. The "System Configuration" window will appear on the screen. Go to the "Load" section.
    In the "System Configuration" window, we put a tick next to the "Safe Mode"
  3. Put the box to the left of the "Safe Mode". Click first to "apply" so that all changes are successfully preserved, and then by "OK" to close the window.
    Click on "Apply" and on "OK", and then reboot the device
  4. Restart PC. When you restart OS, it will boot into set mode. Try to remove the brave folder.
  5. If you want the PC to load later in normal mode, go again to this window, remove the checkbox from the point and save the changes.

Video: How to activate "Safe Mode" in Windows 10

With the help of special utilities

In unsubscribed folders there may be blocked programs that cannot be removed from the PC memory even after complete removal utilities. Programs specifically blocked them so that the user can restore the utility, if he again wants to use it. Special software can solve this unusual problem.

For example, take a small Fileassassin application from the MalwareBytes developer. It is fairly quickly installed on the PC and does not require much space. Minus that utility on english languageBut following a simple instruction, you can easily unlock any folder and file in it:

  1. Go to the official website of the utility. Click download. Open the downloaded installer and install the application, following simply prompts in the window.
    Click on the DOWLOAD button to download the installer
  2. Run through the icon on the "desktop". The main program window opens.
    In the initial Fileassassin window, we set all the checkboxes in the list of options
  3. Install the checkboxes next to all items in the list.
    Click on the button with three dots and open the folder to be removed
  4. Click on the button to the right of empty field With three dots. Select a folder in the optional window.
    Click on Execute to the folder or file from it have applied all the actions in the list
  5. Click the Execute button. A message should appear on the screen that the file is successfully removed.
    Click on "OK" to close the window and see if the folder retired

The choice of such programs is quite large. For Windows 10, such utilities such as Iobit Unlocker, Lockhunter, Far Manager and others will also be suitable.

Using the Total Commander file manager

Total Commander is one of the most famous and successful file managers for Windows. The utility is paid, but at the beginning there is a trial period for testing (1 month). With this application, it is possible to delete a folder that is not erased in the usual "Windows Explorer":

  1. Navigate to the official resource utility. Load the program installer in accordance with the version of your system (32- or 64-bit).
    Download from the official site the Total Commander installer
  2. Install the utility by following simple instructions in the window.
  3. Run the program through the icon on the "desktop". You will immediately offer to use free version Product within a month.
    The program you can enjoy free within a month
  4. In the Commander window, find the folder that previously could not delete. Click on the left mouse button to highlight. After that, click on F8.
    Find the folder in the program window that we want to remove
  5. Confirm deletion.
    Click on "yes" to delete the folder
  6. The delete option can be launched and more familiar to all users in the manner. Click the right mouse button and select "Delete" in the Big Menu.
    Select the "Delete" option in the context menu of the folder

There are a number of manipulations that can help in removing the "stubborn" folder:


The problem of the impossibility of deleting one or other folders is more than solved. The output depends on the type of error: closing the program in which the folder file is open; obtaining full access to sections; Changing attributes and even simple reboot of the system in case of a single failure.

Good day to everyone!

It happens that you click on the file, click "Delete" and .. nothing! After a few seconds, some error will pop up on the impossibility of the operation ...

In this case, as a rule, without additional specials. There are no programs (as usual, there are simply no tools in the Windows arsenal to delete similar files).

Actually, in this article wanted to bring the best of what now can be found among the software. I would recommend one of the similar utilities to have in the system (by the way, can help out and when removing various viral add-ons, which often have a blocking module that prevents them "normal" removal through the conductor).

And so what to choose? ..

Iobit Unlocker

Simple and compact (only 2 MB) utility for unlocking and deleting almost any files from the disk, flash drives, and the storage faces. I note that the entire removal process occurs in 2-3 clicks with the mouse: first right-click on the not deleted file, then select "Iobit Unlocker" in the menu (see screen below).

By the way, at the bottom of the Utility window shows how the file is blocked (can prompt that you need to stop / disable).

Features:

  1. the program is embedded in the conductor: by clicking the right mouse button, you can send any folder or file to the "Delete" window iobit Unlocker;
  2. the ability to unlock files that are used immediately by several processes (the program will sequentially close them);
  3. in addition to forced deletion, you can force a file to rename a file, for example;
  4. the ability to work immediately with dozens of files;
  5. support for all popular Windows 10/8/7 / Vista / XP;
  6. fully in Russian.

Unlocker

One of the most popular utilities to unlock files (for further deletion, or renaming).

The entire process of working with the utility is very simple: it is enough to right-click on the desired file / folder, and in the Select Utility Startup menu (see screen below).

How to delete a folder in unlocker / clickable

I note that in some particularly problematic cases, the utility can "ask" a reboot to delete the file (and deletes it immediately after new download OS, not yet any process has time to "take" file).

Also also add that the Unlocker copes with "bit" system DLLs, which blocks Windows (many similar programs Just unable to cope with this).

Of the minuses: only recently, the developers corrected the "bad" compatibility of the utility with Windows 8/10 64 Bits.

Lockhunter.

it free utility To remove blocked files (with which you are already so and soak, and do not know what else can be done). By the way, Lockhunter is very effective against potential unwanted programs, against Malware, which are embedded in other applications.

Unlike other applications, Lockhunter All deleted files "sends" to the basket, which means that in case of an error, you can always restore everything. Agree, very useful?!

Working with Lockhunter / Clickable

Features:

  1. shows the processes blocking files or folders;
  2. you can view detailed information on each problem process;
  3. allows you to unlock the file (close all blocking processes) to delete / rename the file;
  4. can delete files for the next PC restart;
  5. allows you to delete almost any system process (neatly, not every process can be so "flipping", the PC can simply reboot immediately);
  6. integrated into the conductor (similar to the previous utilities);
  7. works in all popular Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 (32 and 64 BITS).

Fileassassin.

Pretty interesting utility from the creators of the famous malwareBytes programs (To combat Malware). Fileassassin will use you in cases where:

  1. when you delete, you will see a message that access to the file is prohibited.
  2. see the error that the disc is protected from the entry;
  3. if the file is busy (blocked) by another process or program;
  4. the file is used by another user;
  5. the ability to delete files that have been infected with viral and malware (often, it blocks them so that you cannot remove them).

According to the developers of the utility, they use specials. Unique technology that unloads modules (blocking file), closes descriptors, and gives you full access to the file.

I will notice one drawback of the utility: the lack of Russian language (although the program is very simple, and with it forces to quickly understand even those who do not speak English at all).

A couple more ways ...

If the previous utilities did not give results, then most likely, to delete the file, you must resort to more radical methods:

  1. take advantage of the LiveCD disk (this is a disk or flash drive from which you can download Windows without installing it on hDD. Of course, if Windows has been loaded from the flash drive - it will not block anything on the hard disk, and you can remove anything from it!). About how to prepare such a disk will tell this article:
  2. remove the hard disk and connect it to another PC / laptop (an article on the topic of disk connection from a laptop to PC -);
  3. take advantage (It loads the minimum number of components, only those that are necessary for the direct operation of the OS). Thus, your file is likely to just block, and you can remove it.

By the way, pay attention to antiviruses. Often, with raising the level of security, they are very illianized to any deletions (can block such a simple operation). For example, such behavior was Norton Antivirus. 2011-2012 when setting the maximum level of protection.

If the utility listed above could not help to remove the file (folders), use one of my "old" instructions (there is alternative options solutions to the problem) :

Additions, as always, are welcome

Well, on it, everyone, good luck!

Uninstallastors (programs to delete programs) are an integral part of the operating system optimization process, as they allow you to freely release significant resources for the operating system.

Unlike standard system Removal, uninstallastors often have advanced features. In addition to simple removalthey can look for balances remote program, to make forced deletion (in cases where the program fails to delete staffing), as well as a number of other features.

Below are represented best programs To delete that you can download on your computer and use instead of a regular tool to remove.

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Wise Program Uninstaller is a utility for full removal of programs and traces from them, which remain after normal removal. The utility is very easy to use, does not require additional knowledge to work. Works on a classic script: First, the regular deletion is performed, and then search and delete the remnants of the program in the system.

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Uninstall Tool deyllator is perfect for conservative users who love the classic appearance Windows XP programs. As for the functional, it is very typical for the programs of this type and includes basic set Tools for searching for traces of remote software and autoloader manager.

09/11/2019, Anton Maximov

The standard program delete tool does not always completely delete the applications installed in the system. Part of the files and records remain there dead cargo. Serious Windows damage does not bring it until this data does not accumulate too much. Remains from programs in the form of files can seriously reduce disk space, which subsequently may affect the performance of the system. So that this does not occur, exist various applications For complete removal of programs.

One of these programs is called geekuninstaller and it is designed to remove unnecessary programs and the subsequent search and deletion of traces of these programs on the computer. The utility interface is quite ascetic and simple. All you need - select the application and click on the "Delete" button.

08/18/2019, Alexander Shikhov

Surely you know the situation when suddenly it turns out that there is too little free space on the system disk. Or you suddenly notice that the computer began to work noticeably more slowly compared to how he worked before. And when buying a new laptop, you probably saw a huge list of installed demonstration versions of the programs that you obviously do not need. To solve all problems described above, it is only necessary to remove the entire "trash" from the system. But how to understand which of the programs are really not needed, and what should I leave on the computer? The answer to this question will give us a free utility SHULD I REMOVE IT?.

Soft Organizer is a utility to remove (uninstallation) of unnecessary programs and searching for their traces (residues), which remain after the usual removal process. To do this, you need to run the removal of software from Soft Organizer. In this case, the trace search process starts automatically after normal removal.

07/24/2019, Anton Maximov

Revo. Uninstaller Pr. - One of the most functional uninstallasts that exist on the market today. Includes tools such as installation with tracking, autoload manager, multiple system cleaning options from various data (unnecessary data, traces, etc.), the function of irrevocable deletion of files / folders, forced removal and a number of others.

06/21/2019, Anton Maximov

There is very effective method Solve the problem with a lack of space on the system carrier. To do this, it is necessary to analyze your personal data and remove unnecessary. It sounds simple enough, but there is a pair of subtleties that stop many users. Firstly, your data seems such important and necessary that it seems to be removed. Secondly, it is not entirely clear where to start. Thirdly, there are specialized automatic utilitieswhich per click will be released.

In our work, we focus on free, and more often to open software. In this post, we will tell about free, but unfortunately, not yet open software Revo Uninstaller. This program will allow you to easily uninstall (delete) other software installed on your computer. The developer declares that Revo Uninstaller will be able to delete the program even if Windows cannot delete it through the control panel ("Install / Remove Programs"). In addition, Revo Uninstaller is the most powerful and fast alternative to the standard Windows program deletion tool.

When deleting some files through the OS, a notification appears that the operation cannot be completed, since the file is used by another program. Next, you will learn why this happens, and what tools you can successfully delete unnecessary files.

Description of the problem

If you open a registered type file in the relevant program, for example, text editor or music playerIt cannot be removed simply by switching from the editor to the conductor and clicking "Delete". The operating system will not allow erasing the data that is currently currently used in the PC. In this case, one process (user running) tries to erase the file from the data media, and the other process (running by the operating system or other program) blocks the removal operation, believing that it will cause a failure to work or some other problems.

In fact, each of these processes is important and needed, but it happens that the file to be deleted is not open and is not open any program, and at the same time the OS does not allow it to be removed. As a rule, this is due to such reasons:

  • Incorrect closing of the file program or incorrect completion of the program itself in the last session of its operation.
  • A virus entered on the PC, and when trying to remove an infected program or a virus itself, he tries to defend, not allowing it to easily eliminate himself.
  • OS believes that some other user works with the file at the moment - or from the same PC, or on the local network. Is it really - it may be unknown, or even it is known that there is no other user and can not be. But remove such a file in any case does not work.
Let us consider several ways that you can solve the problem of unsalted files.

Simple removal methods

Initially, we suggest you take advantage simple methods Solutions of the problem (are listed in the order of execution):
  • Restart PC. Strangely enough, but quite often this simple measure allows you to complete the operation of all OS processes and after successfully remove the unnecessary file.
  • Try to rename the file if you managed - then try to delete (do not forget to copy this file in advance if it may be needed in the future).
  • Transfer the file to another logic disk / USB flash drive. If it happened - remove from the new place.
  • Check the file attributes (they can be changed in the point context menu "Properties"). Remove the attributes "read only", "hidden", "system", "archive" and try to delete again.
  • Check the creation date and last change file. If it is clearly inadequate (according to OS, the file was created in 1980 or the last time was changed in 2060 g), try changing the date to realistic and delete.
  • If this file is typical and with the ability to change (for example, text in the format for "Word"), try to open it in the corresponding type of file type, somehow change the contents, save the data already in new versionClose the program and again make an attempt to delete. The same method can work with inepar files, but the likelihood of a successful outcome is reduced.
A fairly simple method for removing "busy" files and folders using the "Resource Monitor" and termination of the blocking process is described in a short clear video:

What if you cannot delete the file / folder due to access rights?

There is no access to the file / folder. To delete this file / folder, you need to have "administrator" rights - if such notifications appear when you try to delete the file / folder, you need to reconfigure the permissions. To do this, you will have to make the following manipulations (Example of deleting a folder):
  • By clicking the right mouse button on the folder, select "Properties" - "Security" - "Optional".
  • In the "Owner" line, we change the user on the one under which you are currently working in the system. To do this, you can click "Check Names", then put the bird in the line "Replace the owner of sub-connecters and objects" and click "OK".
  • The window will appear. Windows security"And for some time the OS will do" shift the owner. " Next PC will ask: "Do you want to replace permissions for this folder so as to have full access rights?". Reply - "Yes."
  • Next, we see the "Properties" window again, the Security tab. Click the "Edit" button with a drawn shield, that is, just change our access rights to this folder, including the right to delete. For each user, we put a tick in the most top string "Full access" and "OK".
  • A period of time will have to wait, now your access rights to the folder and objects inside it will be changed. Do not forget in the "General" properties tab, remove a tick from the read only item, confirm this change in attributes.

After a small expectation, usually the folder can already be calmly deleted. If Windows again requests access rights, try repeating the described procedure.


All manipulations to remove a blocked folder or file can be seen on the video:

What programs can you delete poor files?

If none of the above methods helped, then in such a situation already have to use tools to delete files.

Unlocker

One of the most popular file deletion tools in the CIS, Unlocker, is unlocker. It can be downloaded by clicking on the link to the developer's website: www.emptyloop.com.

Important! Older unlocker versions may not work in 64-bit operating systems - Windows 7, 8, 10. Do not download old versions on unknown sites, where the content has not been updated for a long time.


There are both installed (embedded in the operating system) and "portable" version. Each version has its small advantages and disadvantages, but a portable version is recommended for one-time removal. However, if you have any problems with deleting files, you arise regularly, then it is better to implement unlocker.

During the installation, it is possible to install Unlocker Assistant. This assistant program is constantly visible in the "taskbar" and will automatically start in cases when problems with removal will occur.

Working with a portable version of the program is very simple:

  • Run unlocker.
  • You select the desired file in the window that opens, and you will see the processes that do not allow you to remove it. These are "blocking descriptors".
  • On the left below there is an opportunity to choose options for action - delete, unlock, transfer.
The principle of using the version being installed is almost identical:



Agree and reboot.

Analogs of Unlocker

Unfortunately, the official support of Unlocker ended on Windows 7 (which usually does not prevent it from working normally and under later versions of the OS), but for trouble-free operation under Windows 8 and Windows 10 it is better to use Iobit Unlocker. The interface is very similar, Russified and in general does not cause any difficulties.

Deadlock.

Unlike the previous program, this option will be required to run on the computer to delete the right file. You can download the application by reference: http://codedead.com/?page_id\u003d822

Instructions for using the program:

  • Open the application and go to the "File" tab.
  • Select the file you want to delete.
  • Click on the file with the right mouse button, then select "Unlock" (unlock) or "Remove".


The disadvantage of this program is that it only supports the English-speaking interface.

Using Live-CD or Live-Flash

Radical tool to get rid of an unnecessary file - the launch of the operating system is not with hard disk Your PC, and with Live-CD or Live-Flash. But for this you need at least the Live-CD itself plus a drive for it. It is better if there is a Live-Flash (the same, but on the flash drive, the drive does not need), there is enough USB ports:
  • Insert the Live carrier in the PC, boot from it (you may need to enter the BIOS).
  • Find a non-donating file on your HDD and erase it. The OS from the Live carrier will not object in any case, because for it any file on your PC is a foreign body.
  • Turn off the PC, remove the Live media and boot the computer. Earlier, the failure to be deleted.
Unebrid users from such a way it is better to refuse to use special programsdescribed above.

How to remove unshaken programs

Some firms do that after installing their programs on your PC, there are some additional programs completely unnecessary to you, and you did not give conscious consent to their installation. If you cannot delete such programs from the list of "Programs and Components" by regular means for such a way "Programs" - "Programs" - "Programs" - "Delete Program", programs-uninstallasts will come to the aid:
  • Revo Uninstaller Pro - one of the most popular programs To delete other programs. Russified. Fully removes all references to removed by not only from the disk, but also from the registry. There is a startup management; irrevocably erases not only the program, but also unnecessary files; cleans the history of browsers (not all, can be clarified by version) and the history of documents in "MS Office"; Automatically updated. The unique "hunter mode" allows you to find and delete a program that is not written in the list of programs.
  • Iobit Uninstaller Free - removes the entire package associated with an unwanted program. In addition, it has a function of compulsory removal, which helps to demolish the most "dubbed" programs. Allows you to "roll back" windows updates. Disables expansion and plugins for browsers. Creates a list installed programs And saves to the file. Leads the history of his work (removal of programs).
  • Advanced Uninstaller Pro. Removes "Cookies", sets up the toolbar in browsers. Optimizes the registry file. There is even a font manager for Windows!
If the case turned out to be very difficult, try the paid versions of uninstallastors, such as Uninstall Tool. If they did not help, it remains to contact the support service, where a qualified specialist will help you.

How to remove unshaken files from a flash drive

To delete files from a flash drive, most of the above methods are suitable. In addition, you will always have in the "last argument" stock - full formatting. After it, there will be no files or folders or viruses on the flash drive.

So, if such a position arose when it is impossible to delete the file by conventional means, because operating system (More precisely, a certain visible or hidden process) believes that files are still in operation, you can use the above instructions in order to successfully delete and get rid of an unnecessary file.

Usually, the removal on the computer does not arise problems. Allocated, pressed the Delete key, cleaned the "basket" - ready. But sometimes the information removed is so clinging for life on your hard disk that it does not work. Here and occur interest AskHow to delete unsalled files.

It would seem that the paradox is intractable. If the data is unsalled, then it seems like to get rid of them will not work. But this is just visibility: you can actually destroy everything, the question is only how much effort will be needed to perform the task. Sometimes even have to resort to the help of special software.

How to delete unsubstate files

Why is he still here?

If you are not interested in the reasons for which the data is not deleted, you can immediately move to ways to destroy. For more inquisitive, the most common reasons are given:

  • Antivirus blocking.
  • Use by another application.
  • Using these by another user on the local network.
  • Using a system file.
  • No administrator rights.

Depending on the cause, ways are distinguished. If they are used by the system, it will help a reboot or running Windows In safe mode.

If not enough administrator rights, then you need to go under the appropriate account. In general, let's look in detail available methods - One or two of you will accurately save.

Search connections

The first method is to restart the computer. In any incomprehensible situation, reboot the system first. If, after rebooting, the information still remains inaccessible to delete, then try running the system in safe mode. I have already told how it is on the "seven" everything is easier - there is a class F8 key that runs the download mode selection menu.

If reboot I. safe mode Do not help, look for information about the file in the antivirus quarantine. It happens: the anti-virus utility blocks malicious data, prohibiting the system to contact them. Accordingly, it is impossible to remove them, which is somewhat illogical. But if you are 10 minutes, you can calmly erase the unsalled data. Listed actions, of course, you need to perform from account Administrator, otherwise nothing will work.

If there are problems with uninstalling the application, then look at the list of running processes and a list of autorun. How to do it:


All in one window can only be done on Windows 10. If you have an eternal "seven", open the list of autoloads through the "System Configuration" (Win + R - MSCONFIG).

The task manager on Windows 7 starts the same way as on other versions of the OS from Microsoft - a combination of Ctrl + SHIFT + ESC.

Unlock and destroy

If you tried the above methods and are already moving in the comments to write something "difficult" or "does not help", then let me be corrected. Deleting unsalted files is not limited to use windows. In difficult cases, do not do without third-party software - file Manager or unlocking programs.

Let's start with the Total Commander file manager. He is good because he knows how to get around windows prohibitions and shows hidden data (however, Far Manager. Also knows how).

Install Total Commander and find a file or folder that does not want to leave your computer. Highlight and press the F8 key.

If the folder is not deleted, open it through the Total Commander and see what inside. If there is some kind hidden file, Look for it by name in the Task Manager on the Processes tab. If you find - complete the process and again try erase the directory through Total Commander.

Well, finally, one of the most famous ways to remove poor data. We are talking About application unlocker programswhich can be downloaded for free.