Delete/rename a file in use by another program

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  If you run a Web server, you can see the AppPool under users.

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  Thank you!

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  Hello

  I tried to check other one but mine is a little different as I don't want to delete the file.

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  I downloaded the videos that I like from MediaFire. After I downloaded I tried to change the name and change the location of the file to download foldedr in a different folder.

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• The action cannot be completed because the folder or file is open in another program

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  Can you please ensure that no other program is using the file to remove or using all the files inside? For example, if you have the Windows command prompt open in the location of your file, you will not be able to remove it.