Deleting unused files

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• Batch delete unused files?

  I have the project that has a large number of unused files. Since there is only the possibility to visualize in RoboHelp, I was wondering if someone at - he found a better way to remove except selecting and removing them piecemeal in Windows Explorer?

  Thanks for your suggestions!

  To remove the unused images, see: wvanweelden.eu/product/image-cleanup (free script)

  What other types of file you want to delete? It would be enough siple to create a script to remove all unused files (i.e.: files that are not part of the RoboHelp.) Of course, if a topic is part of the project, but not used in the table of contents/IDX/other subjects, etc it is always used.

  Take a bow

  Willam

• Cannot delete unused or temporary Internet files Program files with "Disk Cleanup".

  1. impossible to delete unused or temporary Internet files Program files with "Disk Cleanup".

  2 cannot run Word Office 97. Tried to delete it and then put it back, twice

  3 cannot run "restore." When I do, he wants to restore my AUDIO files!  I tried restoring the system through the optimization of PC

  4. having reinstalled Windows XP twice, with the same results

  Select Start, all programs, accessories, System Tools, cleaning disk to emptying your trash, delete temporary Internet files and other selected options. I recommend also you click Other Options, System Restore and delete all but the last system restore point. Run Disk Defragmenter.

  Using the system restore option is most appropriate when your system is slow and you need to increase the free disk space on your C partition. If you have errors that could be solved by using the system restore to your system settings back to before the error occurred initially do not use this option.

  If more than one person uses the computer and they have their own user log you need to run Disk Cleanup in each user profile that you want to delete all the unwanted files.

  A better program of disk cleanup is cCleaner. Delete System Restore points may be important if you have little free disk space. The ability to delete them is one of the tools options. You can selectively remove those created in less important moments.

  cCleaner comes with a registry tool. Do not use this tool as any registry cleaner could lead to the creation of very difficult to resolve system errors.

  http://www.CCleaner.com/download

  Office 97. You do not delete the programs. You uninstall using the installation, accessed by selecting Start, Control Panel, add / remove programs.

• Delete the unused files from preview

  Is there a way to delete unused (as in, no longer used) the preview of files that creates the first?

  First of ALL - you have an effect on a clip.  You preview out.  A preview of a file is created.

  SECONDLY - you can remove the effect and apply a novel effect.  You preview out.  A preview of a file is created.

  If I understand right now, the second AND THE FIRST two preview files remain on the system, despite the fact that it is now impossible for first ever use your first preview made.  I am mistaken on this point?

  If I'm not mistaken, is there a way to remove all unused preview files so they don't clutter up my hard drive?

  There is no way to remove unused.  It is a scenario, all or nothing.

• How can I delete the file Win 7 after that my PC is to go back to XP?

  I went back to XP on my HP Pavilion s7410n PC after that Windows 7 upgrade did not work. My PC works well with XP again, but how do I get rid of the Win 7 file that takes up space? How to remove files and protected files? I tried to remove it, but I tells me access denied.

  Thank you
  Gwen

  Hello

  Try to delete the files and folders using check and disk cleanup if it helps. Disk clean up will help you remove unwanted and unused files, folders, and programs.

  Description of the tool in Windows XP Disk Cleanup:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310312

  Hope the information is useful.

• How can I remove all the unused files to clear a space

  How can I remove all the unused files from my computer

  You can remove applications on the control panels.  XP seems to me (im not on a XP ATM machine) programs cpanel

  Files?  you do not (or should not) delete separately

• I'm giving my old computer away. I deleted my files, pictures, etc. I have to do something else? How to remove password?

  Windows xp

  Hello

  Why not format and reinstall Windows?

  If the drive has sensitive data on it then use to erase the data before the format. Remove the data-
  run these to erase the disc - then format and reinstall Windows.

  CCleaner has the ability to erase free space.

  CCleaner - free - download of Piriform or FileHippo (below the offer costs).

  CCleaner is our system optimization, privacy and cleaning tool. It removes unused files from your
  system - allowing Windows to run faster and free up valuable disk space. It also cleans
  traces of your activities online such as your Internet history. In addition, it contains a fully featured
  registry cleaner. But the best part is that it's fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and
  contains NO Spyware or Adware! -Includes the reader - wiper (Tools - wiper Drive), which has different
  levels of wiping securiity of free space or the whole disc.
  http://www.Piriform.com/ccleaner/download

  Forums - help for CCleaner here
  http://Forum.Piriform.com/

  You can try this or similar utilities.

  Destructive PC is a software removal and data file shredder free, can permanently delete files,
  records and make it unrecoverable, completely destroy the files you specify, make it impossible
  for anyone to restore deleted information! Prevent your company data, important documents and
  personal information of remedial classes.

  PC Shredder is a Freeware. It's free for personal and commercial use. Destructive of documents PC works on
  Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Vista. There is none
  requirement of the minimum hardware requirements for PC Shredder runs correctly.
  http://www.pcshredder.com/

  Eraser - free - an advanced security tool for Windows that allows you to completely remove
  sensitive data from your hard drive by overwriting many times with carefully selected
  bosses.
  http://eraser.Heidi.IE/

  Best utility of free secure erase
  http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-secure-erase-utility.htm

  There are other tools available from Freeware to commercial products - BING or Google.

  I hope this helps.

  Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP<- profile="" -="" windows="" expert="" -="" consumer="" :="" bicycle="" -="" mark="" twain="" said="" it="">

• Cannot upload anything get message that the disc is full... Remove unused files and try again

  I can't download anything. I get a message that the disc is full... Remove unused files and try again... I have deleted many, cleaned the register w/Ccleaner, but doesn't seem to be enough... I don't have the original Windows XP CD... Was already installed. I don't have a recovery CD. Can I use this and start all over again to start on a clean slate? Is there something I can do? I can't yet to update anything.

  I have w/Service pack 3 Windows XP. PC is Dell pentium 4.

  I can't download anything. I get a message that the disc is full... Remove unused files and try again... I have deleted many, cleaned the register w/Ccleaner, but doesn't seem to be enough... I don't have the original Windows XP CD... Was already installed. I don't have a recovery CD. Can I use this and start all over again to start on a clean slate? Is there something I can do? I can't yet to update anything.

  I have w/Service pack 3 Windows XP. PC is Dell pentium 4.

  Please do these two simple things and the report on the results.

  A. report of the disc

  1 double click (or click, if it's in the start menu) Workstation

  2. for each drive (you must be at least 'disc' Local (c), right click and select Properties.  Report of the 'space used', 'Free space' and 'capacities '.

  B. know what is using the space

  1. get a USB that has at least 4 MB of space.  You can buy a 4 GB (this is 1,000 times more that you) thumb drive from Staples for $7.99 and connect it to your computer.

  2. download JDiskReport.  Go to http://www.jgoodies.com/downloads/index.html, make a right click on the link 'Win', choose ' save link under ', navigate to your USB key and save the file.

  3. in the installation: uncheck the 3 boxes on the screen "select components"; on the "Choose installation location" screen, click the Browse button and navigate to your USB key so that all the files will be installed on the USB.

  4. when the installation is complete, click on my computer, open the USB key, open the folder named JDiskReport and double-click on the file named jdiskreport - 1.3.2.jar (you don't see the .jar extension).

  5 scan C: and see what is taking place.

• Deleting some files...

  Is there a program available to help me decide what files can I delete?  These old or unused files.

  AJgilroy,

  A good starting point would be the disk cleanup tool.

  The disk cleanup tool lets you free up space on your hard disk by searching your disk for files that you can safely remove. You can choose to delete some or all of the files. Use Disk Cleanup to perform the following tasks to free up space on your hard disk:

  • Delete temporary Internet files.
  • Delete downloaded program files. For example, controls ActiveX and Java applets that are downloaded from the Internet.
  • Empty the trash.
  • Remove Windows temporary files.
  • Remove optional Windows components that you don't use.
  • Remove installed programs that you no longer use.

  You can start disk cleanup, by doing one of the following:

  • Click Startand then click run. In the Open box, type cleanmgr, and then click OK.
    -or-
  • Click Start, point to programs, point to Accessories, point to System Toolsand then click on Disk Cleanup.

    -or-

  • In Windows Explorer or my computer, right-click the disk in which you want to free up space, click Properties, click the general tab and then click on Disk Cleanup.

  Remove files stored on your hard drive

  To remove files stored on your hard disk that you no longer use, follow these steps:

  1. Click Startand then click my computer.
  2. Right-click the disk in which you want to free up space, and then click Properties.
  3. Click the general tab, and then click Disk Cleanup.
  4. Click the Disk Cleanup tab (if it is not already selected), click to select the check boxes beside the files that you want to remove, and then click OK.
  5. Click Yes to continue it with this action, and then click OK.

  Remove Windows components

  To remove Windows components that you don't use, follow these steps:

  1. Click Startand then click my computer.
  2. Right-click the disk in which you want to free up space, and then click Properties.
  3. Click the general tab, and then click Disk Cleanup.
  4. Click the Other Options tab, and then under Windows components, click clean.

     The Windows Components Wizard starts.

  5. In the components list, clear the check box next to the component you want to remove.
     • A checkbox grayed out next to a component indicates that only some of its subcomponents are installed.

       If you want to remove a subcomponent, click Details, clear the check box next to the subcomponents that you want to remove, and then click OK.

  6. Click Next.
  7. At the end of page Windows Components Wizard, click Finish.
  8. Click OK, click Yes to proceed with this action, and then click OK.

  Remove installed programs

  To remove programs that you no longer use, follow these steps:

  1. Click Startand then click my computer.
  2. Right-click the disk in which you want to free up space, and then click Properties.
  3. Click the general tab, and then click Disk Cleanup.
  4. Click the Other Options tab, and then under installed programs, click clean.

     The dialog box Add / Remove Programs is displayed.

  5. In the currently installed programs list, click the program that you want to remove and then click Remove (or Change/Remove).
  6. If you are prompted to confirm the removal of the program, click Yes.
  7. Repeat step 5 and 6 to delete other programs you use is no longer and then click close.
  8. Click OK, click Yes to proceed with this action, and then click OK.

  Delete restore Points

  To delete all points except the most recent restore restore point, follow these steps:

  1. Click Startand then click my computer.
  2. Right-click the disk in which you want to free up space, and then click Properties.
  3. Click the general tab, and then click Disk Cleanup.
  4. Click the Other Options tab, and then under System Restore, click clean.
  5. Click Yes to remove all but the last restore point.
  6. Click OK, click Yes to proceed with this action, and then click OK.

  Lisa
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Win 7 64 bit: How do I permanently delete selected files

  I don't want to erase my hard drive; I want to just delete some files and already deleted files. Is it already a program in Windows, or what I need to download something (free, I hope)?

  Hello

  Most of the data files you just delete and delete from the trash (or hold down SHIFT when you remove
  to stop the file to be sent to the trash). For programs you would uninstall them - use Revo
  -Free to ensure that they are removed carefully. After deleting files or uninstall the program then
  wipe free space helps prevent their recovery.

  If you have trouble to remove problematic files:

  Add 'Ownership' to the Menu Popup Explorer in Windows 7 or Vista
  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows-Vista/add-take-ownership-to-Explorer-right-click-menu-in-Vista/

  Take and Grant Full Control permissions and ownership in Windows 7 or Vista right click Menu
  http://www.mydigitallife.info/2009/05/21/take-and-grant-full-control-permissions-and-ownership-in-Windows-7-or-Vista-right-click-menu/

  You can try in Safe Mode - several times F8 tap that you start.

  Login as an administrator.

  If Safe Mode does not help (and it may) try these.

  UnLocker 1.91 - free - the author Site - be sure to get the correct versions of 32 or 64 bit
  http://www.emptyloop.com/Unlocker/

  Unlocker 1.91 - free - be sure to get the correct versions of 32 or 64 bit
  http://www.Softpedia.com/progDownload/Unlocker-download-68439.html 

  I would not install the BING toolbar or Ebay option unless you really want.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-click on - RUN AS ADMIN

  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  Below also work on Vista 32/64-bit

  Another good alternative - use FileAssassin:

  FileAssassin - free
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/fileassassin.php

  Force delete (cannot delete) closed or in used files or folders with FileASSASSIN
  http://www.mydigitallife.info/2008/12/27/force-delete-cannot-delete-locked-or-in-used-files-or-folders-with-FileASSASSIN/

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-click on - RUN AS ADMIN

  And this - MoveOnBoot

  MoveOnBoot
  http://www.softwarepatch.com/software/MoveOnBoot.html

  ===============================================

  To uninstall programs (if necessary you can re - install problem program that does not properly uninstall)
  n ' not matter if he will run--then use Revo to uninstall).

  Revo Uninstaller - free
  http://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html

  ==============================================

  CCleaner has the ability to erase free space.

  CCleaner - free - download of Piriform or FileHippo (below the offer costs).

  CCleaner is our system optimization, privacy and cleaning tool. It removes unused files from your
  system - allowing Windows to run faster and free up valuable disk space. It also cleans
  traces of your activities online such as your Internet history. In addition, it contains a fully featured
  registry cleaner. But the best part is that it's fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and
  contains NO Spyware or Adware! -Includes the reader - wiper (Tools - wiper Drive), which has different
  levels of wiping securiity of free space or the whole disc.
  http://www.Piriform.com/ccleaner/download

  Forums - help for CCleaner here
  http://Forum.Piriform.com/

  You can try this or similar utilities.

  Destructive PC is a software removal and data file shredder free, can permanently delete files,
  records and make it unrecoverable, completely destroy the files you specify, make it impossible
  for anyone to restore deleted information! Prevent your company data, important documents and
  personal information of remedial classes.

  PC Shredder is a Freeware. It's free for personal and commercial use. Destructive of documents PC works on
  Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Vista. There is none
  requirement of the minimum hardware requirements for PC Shredder runs correctly.
  http://www.pcshredder.com/

  Eraser - free - an advanced security tool for Windows that allows you to completely remove
  sensitive data from your hard drive by overwriting many times with carefully selected
  bosses.
  http://eraser.Heidi.IE/

  Best utility of free secure erase
  http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-secure-erase-utility.htm

  There are other tools available from Freeware to commercial products - BING or Google.

  I hope this helps.

  Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP<- profile="" -="" windows="" expert="" -="" consumer="" :="" bicycle="" -="" mark="" twain="" said="" it="">

• Removig DB on ASM with DBCA do not delete data files

  Hello
  I have a 11.2.0.3 db on a two node cluster (oracle) linux 64-bit.
  Yesterday, I created a database on ASM named RACDB.
  Today I deleted it with DBCA and I recreated.
  Look in ASM I see that this old data file already exists.
  Why? Is there a procedure to purge unused data files?
  
  Thank you

  deleting a database with DBCA should have deleted data files, online newspapers, controlfiles, etc..

  Why? Is there a procedure to purge unused data files?

  no procedure to do this, just make your own script/checks and manually delete

• Find and delete unused images

  There be an easy way to find all the unused image files (or any other type of file) so that they can be managed - in my case deleted. I'm trying to clean up my site - get rid of unused files. I had a lot of selections for the images but used only a small part of them. I know that if I go one by one and delete items, she's going to tell me that they are related. But I have about 100 unused files, I'm looking for a way to automate. As in Flash - there is a county of its use.
  
  Help?
  
  Thanks, Dave

  Tuesday, June 24, 2008 17:16:31 + 0000 (UTC), "daveb45".
  wrote:

  > There must be an easy way to find all the unused (or any other image files
  (> file type) so that they can be managed - in my case deleted. I'm trying to
  > clean up my site - get rid of unused files. I had a lot of selections for
  > images used but only a small part of them. I know not if I a and
  > remove the items, she's going to tell me that they are related. But I have about 100 unused files
  > I am looking for a way to automate. As in Flash - there is a county of its use.
  >
  > help?
  >
  > Thanks, Dave

  Site | Check links

  Then look for orphaned files in the results panel

  --

  ~ Malcolm ~ *...
  ~*

• can I delete the files from the backup.backupb folder?

  I'm trying to restore a backup time machine on a hard drive that is smaller than the backup. It is safe for me to delete unnecessary files from the backup.backupb folder?

  Actually, no. Deleting files directly from the sparebundle will lead to file corruption.

  Ref: Pondini - Time Machine troubleshooting

• Impossible to delete legacy files, character there is NO guilty?

  I was browsing some legacy files in my archive DVD containing old projects of the time 7 OS and now I am unable to remove my trash of 2 of them. There are two pesky files that contains a "NULL" character at the beginning of their file name. I can't move or rename, so the folder hierarchy that contains rest too.

  

  I can't rename the files. When I move or empty the trash, this error message is displayed:

  

  I have tried everything I can think, renamed, all UNIX commands in the terminal I could google to the top. Moving them in a temporary account and then delete the account does not work. After you remove the user remainder file, containing only rogue files and folders.

  Help, please! What can I do to get rid of these pesky files?

  Hello

  This is a known issue with OS X 10.11, that has never been set.

  FC.

  Cannot delete/rename/move a file of Windows with a special character

  https://discussions.Apple.com/thread/7409456

  Workarounds include:

  (a) start the machine problem in OS X 10.10 or an earlier version and delete the file from there. or

  (b) connect the machine problem started in disc Mode target of another machine booted to OS X 10.10 or an earlier version and delete the file from there. or

  (c) to initialize the volume where the file problem.

  This seems to be a serious regression within XNU. I wonder if it is fixed in OS X 10,12 or not.

  Good luck

  H

• delete difficult files?

  I have my MacBook Pro (retina, 15 inches, end 2013) I can't delete files.  They were created in the form of archive Machine local time when the regular destination was not available.

  When I discovered them I tried to move to the trash and empty.  The files have been copied to the trash can, not moved, so I have to find a different way.  I could get all together in a single folder, "TrashMe", in my userspace at home.  I don't know much about UNIX, but I tried sudo rm, rmdir, etc..  I have deleted enough that is not longer archives of Time Machine, but much remains.  I looked down through the folder structure and found files Crashplan downstairs.  CrashPlan support helped me to get rid of people, but there's more that I can't remove.  I get error messages, some of which I'll show you.

  In the Finder, I select TrashMe, and read the information shows "You can read and write" and these users have these permissions

  everyone reading & writing

  Ritch (me) reading & writing

  everyone reading & writing

  I changed the permissions as shown, then chose to apply to the included items.  However, this does not work.  In TrashMe are files like this

  

  I have no access to these files in the Finder.  In the Terminal I can ls and cd my way through the file structure.  I find structures like

  Trash me/MobileBackups_2015-10-11-203305/Computer/2015-10-10-041640/Volume/System/Lib rary/Core Services / file: / / / users/ritch/TrashMe/MobileBackups_2015-10-11-032838/computer/2 015-10-09-080851/Volume/System/Library/CoreServices/CoreTypes.bundle/

  I think what happened is Time Machine, maybe interact somehow confused with Crashplan, created from the archives of my system files and system files have special protection so that users can't accidentally erase them.  Time Machine could recognize it as an archive, so there probably way to remove the files, but I mutilated the file structure is no longer resembles a archive.

  I think there must be a way to do this in the Terminal.  Can someone please suggest lines of command that I should type to delete these files?  There is I think of the tens of thousands of files, so please give me recursive forms

  You can connect as the root Administrator and delete the theme probably.

  Good luck.