Need assistance with .asf file deletion


  1. FDM
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    Win 7
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    Need assistance with .asf file deletion


    Somehow I unknowingly downloaded a media file that has an .asf file extension.
    I am at my wits end - the file will not open nor can I delete it. A window opens when I try to delete it and it hangs for hours. In desperation I tried moving it to the recycle bin and after many hours it appeared there. Now I have the same issue - it refuses to delete and since it is in the recycle bin I have been unable to access it with Process Explorer or Unlocker. I am so far unsuccessful in moving it from the recycle bin to the desktop so it will be accessible.

    Can anyone suggest a fix?

    TIA

    Frank
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  3. mitchell65
    Posts : 5,440
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
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    Set up "Take Ownership" from this Tutorial.
    Take Ownership Shortcut
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  4. FDM
    Posts : 132
    Win 7
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    Need assistance with .asf file deletion


    Thanks for the suggestion mitchell 65 - very helpful.
    I did finally succeed in deleting the .asf file with Unlocker, but will try Take Ownership in any future delete issues.

    Frank
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