File Manager Error Deleting Directory with Hidden Files

 Last reviewed: November 23, 1994
Article ID: Q75779
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows operating system versions 3.0, 3.0a

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to delete a directory in Microsoft Windows 3.0 File Manager, the following error message is displayed: 

   ERROR DELETING FILE
   Cannot remove directory (DIR_name):Access Denied.

CAUSE

The directory contains a hidden file.

RESOLUTION

To view the file(s), do the following:

  1. From the View menu in File Manager, choose Include.

  2. Select the Show Hidden/System Files check box.

  3. Choose the OK button.

The hidden file(s) now appear in the directory. Delete these files, then you can successfully delete the directory.

KBCategory: kbtool
KBSubcategory: win30
Additional reference words: 3.00 win30 3.00a

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Last reviewed: November 23, 1994
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