Delete unwanted folders and files

[dmarquesdrc]

Hi,

I have some folders and files stored on some hard drives that I can't delete, or by saying that the name is too large, or that the file can't be deleted (I have admin rights) or for some other reasons.
Does anyone knows any tool or way to delete this kind of folders and files?

Thanks.

 

[Sympology]

Do it in a cmd prompt. Navigate to the folder and delete from there, using short names Docum~1 or wild cards e.g *.doc.



Only the truly stupid believe they know everything.
Stu.. 2004

 

[robmazco]

Too large? Maybe hilite the folder, hold down shift key, press delete, this bypasses the recycle bin.

 

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