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Move file in use , who is blocking it or using it , force move delete

August 10, 2011August 10, 2011 by walter

We’ve all experienced it sometime: A file or folder is in use, and windows refuses to move or delete it. Even though it should, Windows rarely shows us what or who is blocking the file. Left in the dark, you’ll end up closing all sorts of apps, killing explorer, and what not. Then there are … Read moreMove file in use , who is blocking it or using it , force move delete

Left click folder freezes or hangs explorer

September 30, 2009September 27, 2009 by walter

This is a troubleshooting post. Symptoms: Windows explorer may stop responding when left (or right) clicking a folder. The explorer is freezing or freezes for some time, typically 30 seconds. After that you can access the folder. Attempts to close the folder while the hourglass is turning results in an error or message “This program … Read moreLeft click folder freezes or hangs explorer