5 Ways To Delete A File In Use In Windows

[gvstn]

1. Thanks for the tip, Steve.

Unlocker was always an easy and reliable tool for unlocking files but has begun bundling really stubborn Adware with the program. The article mentions the adware but I wanted to reiterate that there is virtually no opt-out option during install. I would recommend getting a portable version of Unlocker if someone chooses to try that program rather than let it install.

I, personally, have downloaded FilExile to test. I don't get many erroneously locked files since switching to Win7 (one in 3 or 4 years) but will be looking to give it a test run. It looks similar to Unlocker but since it is from Sourceforge should be a cleaner program.