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So whenever I'm in a file explorer window and I want to delete a file(eg PDF) I get a "File in use" message.
I've figured out that this is caused by the preview pane. No preview pane no message and the file deletes.
I want to know how I can delete a file with the preview pane active because I want to check the contents to make sure it's the correct file I want to delete?
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Hi Gianluca,
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This may allow you to delete...I am not sure, but this "work around" still doesn't correct what has become a major inconvenience. I know everyone has unique circumstances, but my issue arises from the fact I scan multiple documents to my desktop through out the day. My printer uses a generic default name such as scan 1 scan 2 etc. When I get the opportunity, I go back and rename the files appropriately and refile them in the proper location. Years ago I could differentiate and tell which document I was renaming by the preview. I know longer can do that. If I am working on several docs, I have to open each one a close them as if I am in "file explorer" and using a preview pane, the document is considered in use and will not allow me to rename it.
I am sure there are tons of work around, but my level of frustration comes from the point this is something that could be done on past versions that seems to be a bug or at least an overlooked capability that is no longer available.
I don't know why someone would need to push shift+delete to delete a file- That doesn't seem very intuitive. Intuitiveness is what allowed apple to grab so much market share years ago. Rather than coming up with "work a rounds", you would think MS would have the resources to fix it but maybe no one else needs the function as I use it.
Hi Guys - I was just reading back and am surprised that this problem has been dated back to Feb 2013 with no solution being provided by MS - its a real shame to the support staff from MS and a disgrace to have a support system that cannot provide support.
the solution is use shift + delete which gives you an option to delete permanently, hence no need to switch off preview or get new programs installed etc. Just a SIMPLE SOLUTION.
barking down someone ? I am not.
Are you ?
I made a mistake while answering, I didn't want to relate to Vicro's post.
I intended to be ironic with the super cool feature, which seems obvious to me.
can't delete file in because file is in use is very close to can't save file because file is in use.
both could likely be a consequence of the same issue : can't edit file because file is in use.
have a great day.
Mystere - I think you've forgotten what the thread subject is about " can't delete file because file is in use"
when these threads are to help each other not bark down someone - if you need help ASK don't bark especially when you don't have a clue what you are talking about.
The topic was about deleting a file when the file is in use by preview. The solution was provided !
Your questions do not make sense if you need help firstly look at the relevant thread or alternatively ask the right questions.
PS: Vicro225 was only joking about having lost a document.
delete... wow, that is a super cool feature !
and what about saving the changes we made ?
the only not-a-good-solution is to save as... / delete the original file / rename the file saved as...
that is called unprofessional.
