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I got this message when I tried to delete a file that downloaded by itself: The item "Unknown.download" can't be moved to the trash because it can't be deleted

How can I delete this file? I am afraid to get some virus in my computer.

Thanks!

Posted on Oct 20, 2020 2:33 PM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2020 3:33 PM

Safe Boot, (holding Shift key down at startup), does the problem occur in Safe Mode?


The free Malwarebytes may take care of it...


https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac/

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I got this message when I tried to delete a file that downloaded by itself: The item "Unknown.download" can't be moved to the trash because it can't be deleted

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