LockHunter is a straightforward and user-friendly utility designed to unlock files that are in use or locked by other applications. It simplifies the process of accessing and managing files that are typically inaccessible due to being locked by a system process. If you find that certain files on your computer are not responding or cannot be deleted, LockHunter can help by releasing the lock or moving the file to the Recycle Bin.
Key Features:
Identifies which processes are locking a file.
Allows you to unlock, delete, copy, or rename locked files.
Enables you to terminate the locking process.
Can delete the file along with the locking process from the hard drive.
Integrates into the Task Manager's right-click menu for quick access.
Compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
Provides a command-line interface for advanced users, offering options to unlock, delete, or perform other actions on files and processes.
How to Use LockHunter:
Download and install LockHunter on your computer.
Once installed, right-click on the file or folder you wish to unlock and select "What is locking this file?" from the context menu.
The program will display the processes that are locking the file.
You can then choose to unlock the file, delete it, or terminate the locking process.
Additional Tips:
Use the command-line options for more control over the file management process.
The silent mode can be useful when automating tasks or running the program from scripts.
Always ensure that you have backups of important files before performing any delete operations.