How to Fix Problems Deleting Files in Windows 7

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Happens sometimes but frequently enough to be a pain in the bum. I press Del or Shift + Del but the file stays there. Then when I try to delete it again, it says that I need permission from the Admin. For it to be deleted, usually I have to restart my computer

List of things I've tried:

  • I have admin privileges
  • Hasn't happened since I reinstalled Windows and another form of this happened in my install before the last one
  • I tried takeown in cmd but it says ERROR: Access is denied
  • The files sometimes disappear by themselves after 2 mins or so
  • Refreshing the folder doesn't do anything
  • Unlocker doesn't work either. It asks me if I want to delete it the next boot

Windows 7 x64 Pro

HDD:

  • Fujitsu MHZ2320BH G2 ATA
  • 320 GB
  • 8MB Buffer
  • 5400 RPM

Best Answer

Think the problem was caused by either the hard drive or Unlocker. Not sure what which but I'm leaning towards the hard drive.

I did a clean install of Windows 7 with a real format not a quick one. Afterwards, I installed everything I needed but was too lazy to install Unlocker. Now my computer's faster, more responsive, and files disappear immediately after I delete them (Or shortly after if it's a big file) either by pressing Shift + Del or just Del.

There's also no problems with repeatedly building, compiling and cleaning my programs

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