This utility allows you to unlock, delete, rename or move locked files.
When working with a file, Windows programs usually lock it so that it can't be tampered with, meaning it cannot be renamed, moved, deleted or edited.
It seems that the current version of this program has reached its maturity, having multiple interface languages, support for 64-bit Windows, a long list of bug fixes and small improvements. Personally, I couldn't find any bugs or poor behavior where it really matters but I did find a problem when selecting two or more files and then using Unlocker on them. Nothing happens. There is a technical reason for the lack of this functionality but no excuse for the lack of a dialog that offers an explanation, warning or error. This may mislead some users into thinking the utility is not working. Fortunately, the program allows you to scan an entire folder for locked files, allowing you to easily spot them and perform batch operations.
Pros
- Very easy to use
- Can process entire folders
- Can work with file without killing locking process
Cons
- When selecting two or more files and then using Unlocker on them, nothing happens
Very handy utility to try and unlock open file handles in a file.
It's very easy to use and it's the best when I use it. :)
Very handy utility to try and unlock open file handles in a file.