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Have you tried to delete a file in your trash, but the file or folders you want to delete refuses to disappear? Or have you tried to delete a file that is in use? To solve these problems, you need to use a UNIX command to be entered in a Terminal. In this article we will show you how to force delete a file on Mac.
Please note the following when using the code below: replace "*" by spaces. The uppercase "R" is vital. It deletes files and folders.
- Launch the Terminal
- Type "sudo*rm*-R*"
- Drag the files you want to delete files after this command
- Confirm
- Give an Administrator password
- Confirm
For more information about the "rm" command, type "man rm" in the Terminal. <space> to scroll. <q> to quit.
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Please note the following when using the code below: replace "* " by spaces. The uppercase "R" is vital. It deletes files and folders. Launch the Terminal Type "sudo*rm*-R* " Drag the files you want to delete files after this command Confirm...
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