4 Practical Solutions to the "Project Not Found" Error

When you try to copy or delete a file, you might get the notification, "The item can't be found. It's no longer located in XX. Verify the item's location and try again." This error will prevent you from deleting or copying the file.

It can be frustrating to encounter this error. You can see the file or folder on your screen, but you can't delete it thanks to this annoying message. If you're seeing this error, try these solutions to get rid of it.

Please provide the English content you would like translated, and I will do my best to translate it into Chinese.

How to Fix the "Project Not Found" Error

How to delete a file that can't be found? The solutions here can help you. Read on and fix the error in Windows 11/10/8/7.

Method 1: Fix "This item is no longer available" by Restarting Windows Explorer

The first step to fix the “Item not found, it is no longer located here” error is to restart the Windows File Explorer. Then, try deleting or copying the file again. Follow the steps below to resolve your issue.

Step 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and select “Task Manager.”

Step 2: In the Processes tab, select Windows Explorer, and then click Restart.

Step 3: Try deleting the file or folder again to see if the "Item Not Found" error returns.

Method 2: Delete the File Using Command Prompt

If you continue to receive the "Item not found" error and wish to delete the file, you can use the Command Prompt (CMD) to do so. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Type “CMD” in the search bar and run it as an administrator.

Step 2. Type in the command to force delete a file in Windows 10.

• Delete Drive:\Path\Filename

drive: The drive letter of the drive on which the file resides.

Path: Refers to the path of a file or directory.

For example, del D:\Pictures

Method 3: Rename a File Using the Command Prompt

If deleting a file through the Command Prompt doesn't work, you can try renaming it instead. Here's how to rename a file using Command Prompt.

Step 1: Run Command Prompt as Administrator

Step 2. Type the following command and press Enter.

• DIR /A /X /P

To rename a file, type:

Rename (original filename) (target filename)

Then, delete your files and see if that fixes the issue.

Method 4: Remove the Item to Fix the Error in Safe Mode

If none of the above work, you'll need to boot into Safe Mode with Windows 10 to delete the file. Here's how to do that.

Step 1: Restart your Windows 10 PC.

While looking at the login screen, hold down the “Shift” key. Click on the power icon in the bottom-right corner, then select “Restart.”

2. Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

Step 3. Boot into Windows 10 Safe Mode.

When your Windows 10 PC restarts, you'll see a list of Windows startup options. Press F4 to start Windows 10 in Safe Mode.

Step 4: Try deleting the file or folder again and see if it works.

How to Recover Deleted Files in Windows 11/10/8/7?

What if you accidentally delete some files that you actually wanted to keep? Data recovery software can help you restore deleted files, even if you've emptied the Recycle Bin. The Data Recovery Wizard is a tool that can recover deleted files in just a few steps from your hard drive, SSD, SD card, or memory card.

Download this tool, and you can recover lost data on Windows 10 in just a few simple steps.

Step 1: Choose a location and start scanning

Launch the Data Recovery Wizard, and hover the mouse over the partition/drive where the deleted files were stored. Click “Scan” to look for lost files.

Step 2: Select the files to restore

Once the scan is finished, select the deleted files you want to recover. You can click on the Filter button to display only the file types that you need. If you remember the name of the file, you can also search for it in the "Search for files or folders" box – this is the fastest way to find your target file.

Step 3: Preview and recover the deleted files

Preview the recoverable files. Then, select the files you want to restore and click "Recover" to save them to a new location that's different from where the lost data was.

Conclusions

We all need to delete files from time to time to free up space. However, there are times when some files just won't budge from your system. You can try the above methods to get rid of it. If you have accidentally deleted a file and wish to recover it, download and run the free data recovery software.

"Frequently Asked Questions: 'Item Not Found'"

Here, we've answered some common questions that will help you troubleshoot the 'Can't find the item' error in Windows 10.

How do I fix the “This file is no longer located here” issue?

• Delete files from the Command Prompt
• Purge files to delete them
• Rename files using the Command Prompt

2. What can cause files to disappear?

Here's why:

• This issue may occur on files created by third-party services.
• The file might disappear when its attributes are set to hidden.

3. Are deleted files really gone?

Though you will no longer see them in their original location, the files still exist on your hard drive. If a file is deleted from the hard drive, it is gone for good.

4. How can I find the location of a missing file?

Steps to locate a missing file: 1. **Check the Recycle Bin**: - First, check your computer's "Recycle Bin" or "Trash." Accidentally deleted files usually end up here. 2. **Use Search Function**: - Utilize your operating system's built-in search feature. In Windows, press `Win + S` to open the search box; on a Mac, click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen, then choose "Spotlight" or click the magnifying glass icon on the Dock. Search for the file name or relevant keywords. 3. **Recently Opened Files**: - Look through your operating system's "Recent Items" or "Recent Files" list. This typically shows files you've accessed recently. 4. **File History**: - If you have "File History" enabled in Windows 10, you can restore deleted or modified files from specific locations. 5. **Backup and Sync Services**: - Check if you've used any cloud storage services (like Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, etc.) or external hard drives for backups. Log into your accounts and see if the missing file is there. 6. **System Restore Point**: - In Windows, if you've created a System Restore point previously, you can try restoring to that point to retrieve the file. However, this might overwrite changes made after that point. 7. **Data Recovery Software**: - As a last resort, consider using data recovery software. These tools scan your hard drive for deleted or lost files, but note that success isn't guaranteed in every case. 8. **Contact Technical Support**: - If the file is crucial and all else fails, you may need to seek help from professional data recovery services. Remember, prevention is better than cure, so regularly backing up important files is the best strategy to avoid loss.

Search your email attachments

Share this article to let more people see it!