PDA

View Full Version : I can't delete folders


lmangileri
Sep 2, 2008, 07:57 AM
I have no idea why. I was hoping someone could explain to me why there are several folders inside of a particular folder that I can't delete. The error I get when I try is "The operation cannot be completed because the file is in use." There is no file in the folder though. Is there anyway to get around this. The folder is becoming cluttered.

Thanks so much!

Curlyben
Sep 2, 2008, 07:59 AM
Do you get the same message after rebooting ?

lmangileri
Sep 2, 2008, 08:01 AM
Yes, I reboot every day and I've been trying to delete these folders for a while. No one can seem to help me figure this out

Curlyben
Sep 2, 2008, 08:03 AM
In take case boot into Safe mode and delete from there.

Just after the manufacture's Splash screen hit F8 repeatedly, Safe Mode is one of the options there.
If you get to the windows screen you'll need to start over.

lmangileri
Sep 2, 2008, 08:04 AM
I forgot to mention I'm on a mac. Does that make a difference?

Curlyben
Sep 2, 2008, 08:17 AM
Yep that makes a HUGE difference.
I'm sorry to say, but I have NO idea on a Mac.

lmangileri
Sep 3, 2008, 11:07 AM
It's OK. Thanks for your help.