I am trying to delete a folder in windows xp pro. When I delete the folder, I get an “error deleting file or folder” message, with “Cannot delete (file name); The file name you specified is not valid or is too long. Specify a different name.
Turns out I wound up with an empty file in a file in a file…..etc… Lots of files, all empty. I renamed the primary folder then subfolders with no luck. Attempts to delete lower folders (sub) unsuccessful.
Did research, regained ownership of file with no luck. Attempted to delete in command prompt,with no luck. Nearly every command I make in command prompt gives me this message: “The system cannot find the path specified”. Viewed Microsoft Article ID: 320081: You cannot delete a file or a folder on an NTFS file system volume. Followed all instructions, no luck. Tried Unlocker, though it often said it had deleted file, nothing changed. Tried Gipo – moveonboot, no luck. According to unlocker, there is no hold on the file. I would really appreciate any help anyone has.Also, the command prompt”The system cannot find the path specified”. I would appreciate any clarification. I checked microsoft, technet, never anything related to a situation like mine. Thanks in advance.
