How To Delete Access Denied Files And Folders

Have you ever encounter problems while deleting some files or folders that left out by some applications or viruses. When you try to delete the directory or file, it'll say "Cannot delete file; Access is denied". In these situations some software's like Unlocker will help you out. It can be used either in xp, vista or windows7.

Unlocker is a free tool that adds an option to explorer context menu to perform a no. of operations like delete, rename, move etc. This software removes the locking protection from files and you'll be able to delete it. Follow these simple steps to delete access denied file or folder in windows.

Download and install Unlocker from here.
Right click on the file or folder you want to delete then select unlocker from the menu. A window will pop out and ask you to select an operation.

Select delete and click OK. In a few moments, your file should be deleted.