Cannot rename file on Desktop? File Name too long? Action cannot be completed because the file is open in another program? Access is denied in OneDrive? Here's the fix!

If you receive File in Use, The action can’t be completed because the file is open in another program even if the file is closed in another program, then this post will help you.

The action can't be completed because the folder or a file in it is open in another program. Close the folder or file and try again. This is done for good reason.

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