How can I find out which process is locking a file or folder in Windows? For instance if you are trying to delete a folder and windows reports "The action can't be completed because the folder is open in another program"
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Several options: Microsoft/SysInternals Process Explorer - use the Find menu WhoLockMe - Explorer extension which adds a right-click menu option Unlocker - Also adds a right-click menu option | |||
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Install SysInternals' Process Explorer, and search for the file using the Find... menu. | |||
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