This tutorial shows you how to permanently or temporarily delete files & folders in Windows using Context Menu, Keyboard shortcuts, CMD, PowerShell, etc.

Deleting files in Windows 10 does not really delete the file. Security best practice requires deleted files to be completely overwritten more than once.

You can remove or delete Temporary Files in Windows 11/10 via Settings, Storage Sense, CMD, BAT file, Disk Cleanup Tool, freeware, etc.

How to delete a file being used by another program Here are some practical ways to dodge the pop-up and delete files that are in use by a program on your Windows PC.