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What is an Idx file?
It is an indexing file. Many programs use them. Nero is one of the top programs that you will see these files turn up from. They won't hurt anything, they are just annoying. Normally about 32kb in size. Just delete them, they are not a threat, nor are they truly needed. -tribalartgod Idx files are used along with .sub files in one type of subtitling system for movie files. In this context you should not delete them as the .sub file is useless without the corresponding .idx file. -foible
Is it safe to delete XML files?
Yes, there is no need for them, unless your using them.
Is it safe to delete htlm files off your hard drive?
Unless you are making a site yourself and saved the HTML files for later uploading, it is normally safe to deleate HTML files. Html files are website pages which are normally saved for later use by the internet explorer. These are normally saved in a temp folder and can be deleted. Other uses for HTML files are help files, which if deleted, you may not view the help file of the program. Therefore before deleting HTML files, check the folder from where you will delete the files. If they are from a program file, it is not recommended to delete the files, if they are from the internet temporary folder, you can either delete the files manually or you can delete them from the internet explorer by pressing on Delete Browsing History found in Tools.
Is it safe to delete XMP files from my computer?
XMP files are metadata files that store information about your photos. Deleting them won't harm your photos, but it may affect how they are organized and displayed in certain programs. It's generally safe to delete XMP files, but make sure to back them up first if you're unsure.
Is reboot delete your files?
No, rebooting does not delete your files.
Which Windows XP files are safe to delete?
All of them! Who needs an operating system, right? Go ahead and delete every last file on your computer!
Do you need the temporary files to play world of Warcraft?
Any temporary files that World of Warcraft needs are automatically recreated the next time you start the game and login. It should be safe to delete them. The files in WTF, Cache and the interface folders are safe to delete (make sure you make a backup copy should you need them). These folders and any files that are needed will be recreated automatically when you login.
Can deleting zip files harm your computer?
No. There is no problem in deleting zip files. They are just left behind after file downloads. .zip files are compressed archives, containing 1 or more files. Deleting a .zip file will not harm your computer, as they are not system files. If you delete a .zip file, all you will lose is the files contained within. If you have already extracted the files, or if you no longer need them, they are perfectly safe to delete.
Can you safely delete temporary files?
Often temporary files does not make any critical harm when deleted. But many programs create temporary files while a project is open etc. It's not allways safe to delete all temporary files. When deleting anything in a operating system you should be sure you know what you are doing.
How do you delete a file that will not allow the ownership or permissions to be changed have tried takeown and icacls and still can't delete file?
You have to delete all security politics for your file using security options. Then you have to add yourself like the owner. If it doesn't allow you to do that you have to boot up in Safe mode and in the Safe mode to do everything what you need. The reason why you have to be in the Safe mode is really simple. In the Safe mode windows boots up only files which are necessary to start the operating system but not dedicated files. I think, when you are trying to delete that file the system uses it that's why you cannot delete it in usual working mode.
Is it safe to delete dmg files?
Yes, it is generally safe to delete DMG files after you have installed the applications they contain. DMG files are disk images used primarily on macOS to distribute software, and once the installation is complete, they are no longer needed. However, if you think you might want to reinstall the application later, you may want to keep the DMG file. Always ensure that you have a backup of important files before deleting anything.
How do you delete Trojan file?
scan with spyware doctor and it will delete automatically
