

If the above basic steps didn’t help resolve the issue, use the methods below to force delete a file or folder in Windows. Update Windows and then try to delete the problematic file or folder.You can do this by right-clicking on the file or folder and selecting Properties.

Check whether the file or drive is marked as read-only, otherwise you may not be able to delete the file or folder.Run a virus or malware scan to check for threats that may lurk within your PC.Restart Windows and see if you can delete the file or folder successfully once your computer reboots.

