Microsoft reveals why Windows 11 keeps saying a file is in use after closing app

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Author: thunderbong

Date: 6/30/2026

Article Summary:

Microsoft explains why Windows 11 shows a "file in use" error even after closing an application, and provides a workaround and tools to resolve the issue.