i got this 16gb flash usb few days ago and immediately started to filling it with photos. today i've noticed that(something happen) and i cannot erase the folders i created inside of it. when i try to "delete" the whole folder with pictures i simply get nothing...no reaction at all. nada. it is really annoying so please guys if you have any ideas and helpful tips i'd really appreciate that. thanks.
Restart your computer and try delete the folder after you've restart it. If it doesn't work, try this Unlocker apps to delete undeletable folder. http://www.filehippo.com/download_unlocker/ - Dynashox -
I did restart the computer but same thing, I can't delete the folder. I'll try the soft you recommended tomorrow coz it's kinda late in here. Thanx for the tip, anyway! Appreciated a lot! Cheers
I think you need to format USB stick. Windows built in format sucks. have u ever heard about HPUSBFW? It's a little tool, which erases USB stick completely and USB stick is like new. try to search google for: HPUSBFW.exe and when download it, send it to virustotal.com to scan for virus
Yeah radikaalis, I have the feeling it's a Windows issue coz I've noticed that the pc freeze for awhile when USB is plugged in. Let's see tomorrow's try. Thanks once again!
im not real sure,But it could also be BAD SECTORS if you have ever heard of Hirens Boot Cd, it has a good little tool you can use to fix them, when i get home ill see what the program on the dis is called and let you no
Hey guys, I just wanna say a big thank you to all the tips and valuable help. I use the tool radikaalis recommended and everything is fine so far. Thank you once again! Peace!
This type of problem occurs when flash drives are not safely removed by clicking on tray icon. most people pull out directly, it may corrupt the flash drive memory.
try to use another files managing software other than Windows EXPLORER , because sometimes windows explorer need to read the privielges in some flash usbs to perform an action