Could not find this item

**Anathakrishnan** · 03-06-2009

I need to delete a folder in my Vista system. The folder contained a wmv file which I have already deleted and currently the folder is empty. But when I try to delete the folder I get the following error message:

"Could not find this item... This is no longer located in C:\users....
Verify the item's location and try again."

How do I get rid of this problem ? please help

**SalVatore** · 03-06-2009

Check whether there are any hidden files exists in that folder. If present then you need to first delete those hidden files and then your main folder.

**Lillebror** · 03-06-2009

Reboot. This time start your PC in the Safe Mode. When you turn on your computer, keep on pressing F8 until you see a screen pops out that lets you choose to use safe mode. Once you are there in Safe mode, login as Administrator. Browse to the folder and delete the folder.

**jesse** · 03-06-2009

Try to run chkdsk from an elevated command prompt. Check the drive with the /f /r adders like this, chkdsk c: /f /r

This solves any drive problems you may be facing. Note that if the drive is really bad, chkdsk may not - in fact - complete it testing. In that case, replace the drive.