Unlocker - (Freeware)
Unlocker makes it possible to delete files that the system does not allow for the reason that they are user by another iser or application.
Unlocker is a handy and easy to use tool that aim to force the deletion of a file when the system refuses to do so, adjusting any problems in file deletion.
Unlocker is an appropriate solution for users that have a file that can not be deleted because it is used by another program or by an unknown user; with this software it can be easily removed.
The application helps to determine the processes or applications that prevents user from deleting one or more files. It also allows you to delete the index.dat and DLL and move files.
Unlocker does not limit itself to delete a file in use, it can also move or rename files. A command line mode is available in addition to the GUI.
- Fixed bug: Handles should not be missing anymore on Windows7.
- Fixed bug: Potential conflict with regular explorer use when opening multiple files or other shell extensions such as 7-zip.
- Fixed bug: UI should now appear properly when done from clean install.
- Fixed bug: No hangs due to looping junctions should happen anymore.
- Fixed bug: Deleting junctions will not erase original files anymore.
- Fixed bug: Managing your computer on Windows 7 will not crash anymore.
- Fixed bug: Bitmap handles should not leak anymore from the shell extension.
- Fixed bug: Many other potential sources of bugs and crashes.
- Improved behavior: When deleting files they will be sent first to the recycle bin if possible, only if not possible more abrasive deletion will be used.
- Improved behavior: Unlocker can be started directly from the start menu to browse to the desired file or folder.