People who run into an “Access is denied” or “File is in use” message while removing a file can use Wise Force Deleter to address the lock. It can remove file-access restrictions or terminate processes using the target, then proceed with deletion.
Locked-file removal
Wise Force Deleter is for files that Windows will not remove because another program is using them or access is restricted. The program addresses those blockers by ending processes that have the file open or removing the access restriction, then handles the deletion.
This can address errors such as sharing violations and notices that a file is in use. Since the process may be terminated as part of the operation, the selected file and the application using it deserve attention before deletion.
Context-menu and drag-and-drop workflow
For a file visible in File Explorer, right-click it and choose “Force Delete” to add it to Wise Force Deleter. The program’s window also accepts dragged-and-dropped files, so either route can bring a stubborn item into the deletion workflow.
After adding an item, use the program to unlock and delete it. The context-menu option is tailored to the moment a normal delete attempt fails; drag and drop offers another way to supply files.
Files and folders
Wise Force Deleter is presented for removing both files and folders that Windows blocks. Its central action is force deletion, including cases involving file-use errors or denied access.
Pros
- Adds selected files through Windows’ right-click context menu
- Accepts files dragged into its window
- Can address locks by terminating processes or removing access restrictions
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11
What kinds of deletion errors can Wise Force Deleter address?
It targets errors such as “File is in use,” “Access is denied,” and sharing violations that prevent deletion.
How can a file be added to Wise Force Deleter?
Right-click the file in Windows and choose “Force Delete,” or drag the file into the program window.
How does it handle a file that is in use?
It can terminate processes using the file or remove access restrictions, then delete the item.
