Windows Vista : Delete a .pdf file created with XL2007

**Richard Buttrey** · 04-13-2010, 06:11 AM

Hi,

Thread header just about says it all.

I created a pdf file from within XL, which I can read with Adobe reader. However when I try to delete the file in Windows (Vista) explorer I get a 'Recycling 1 Item' window with a progress indicator which just goes on and on....and on. When I run out of patience since nothing seems to be happening and have to cancel the recycling window.

Any thoughts gratefully accepted.

Regards

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**Richard Buttrey** · 05-21-2010, 04:43 AM

Hello Roy,

Thanks for reminding me about this. I never discovered why the problem occurred so I removed the Adobe Reader 9.0 and then downloaded and re-installed it. After which I had no problem deleting the file. Ho-hum.

Incidentally I'm obviously being a bit dim today but when editing the OP and going advanced I still can't see the 'Solved' drop down box.

Rgds

**chrispulliam** · 05-21-2010, 09:59 AM

Vista does have its bugs! Lol that's why I am a windows 7 man! Lol Well I am glad you got it fixed. I was just trying to contribute to the community that has helped me so much! Have fun!