Text of Error Message for Deleting a File That Is in Use (132761)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q132761

SUMMARY

Windows Explorer and File Manager generate slightly different error messages when you attempt to delete or move a file that is in use.

MORE INFORMATION

Windows Explorer generates the following error message:
Error Deleting File. Cannot delete text: Access is denied. Make sure the disk is not full or write protected and that the file is not currently in use.
File Manager generates the following error message:
Error Deleting File. File Manager cannot delete <filename>: Access is denied. Make sure the disk is not full or write protected.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB132761
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