Deleting a file

I am trying to delete a file from my Macbook but whenever I try to I get a message "The operation can’t be completed because an unexpected error occurred (error code -50)". How do I fix this?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Sep 9, 2023 9:12 AM

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ku4hx

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Sep 9, 2023 11:02 AM in response to OIMM

Start in safe mode and attempt to delete the file: Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support

After deletion restart normally.

Sep 9, 2023 11:03 AM in response to OIMM

can you drag the file to the Trash can instead?

any different error message there?

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