Re: Problem Deleting files

On Tue, 30 Aug 2005 08:09:32 -0700, Colin wrote:

> I'm having a problem deleting files from 'c:\Documents and
> Settings\All Users\Documents'
>
> I get a mesage saying
> 'Cannot delete file : Access is Denied
> Make sure the disk is not full or write protected
> and that the file is not currentky in use'
>
> Someone on another thread suggested a program 'who lock me' - which I tried,
> and it shows that NO-ONE has locked the file (other than windows explorer I
> am using to look at it)
>
> My user is an administrator, and I am the only user logged into the computer.
> The files were written by me in the first place.
>
> Anyone any ideas?

Sounds like a permissions issue. Occasionally you will run into "access
denied" after moving files or reinstalling Windows. Ownership overrides
other permissions. To regain access, take ownership of the files giving you
trouble or add your account to the list of owners. How to do this:

How To Take Ownership of a File or Folder
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421

--
Sharon F
MS-MVP ~ Windows Shell/User
.

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