Windows 10: Can't delete files

Discus and support Can't delete files in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I am unable to delete a few photos I saved from the internet and about 10 screenshots. I have tried Bitdefender's file shredder and File Assassin. The... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Dancing Queen 7687, Feb 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM.

  1. DANCING QUEEN 7687
    Dancing Queen 7687 Win User

    Can't delete files


    I am unable to delete a few photos I saved from the internet and about 10 screenshots. I have tried Bitdefender's file shredder and File Assassin. The error message I get with file assassin is that it can't see the file. None of the files are hidden. They are stuck in my downloads folder - part of Microsoft's file system or I would move everything else - which I do monthly anyway, and then delete the file, but I need the downloads folder.

    :)
     
    Dancing Queen 7687, Feb 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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  2. ALDEN REY
    Alden Rey Win User

    deleting hard drive files

    Hi,

    May we know what type of file are you trying to delete? Would it be Office documents, media files, or picture files? If you're trying to delete files for free some space on your device. We suggest to perform a Disc Cleanup. Kindly follow the steps below to
    perform the task:

    • Type in Cortana Disc Cleanup
    • Choose the files to delete
    • Click on "Clean up system files"
    • Click on Ok

    For any concerns, don't hesitate to get back to us.

    Regards.
     
    Alden Rey, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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  3. MOHANC
    MohanC Win User
    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
    MohanC, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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  4. ARUN B J
    Arun B J Win User

    Can't delete files

    Delete and Cut Files with Preview Pane Open

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

    • Have you tried to delete the pdf file in preview panel?
    • What exactly happens when try to delete the pdf file?

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.


    • Open File Explorer.

    • Select View and click on preview panel.

    • Select the pdf file.

    • At the right corner you will be able to see preview panel.

    • You can right click on it and delete the files.

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
    Arun B J, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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