Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Getting the error "The action can't be completed because the file is open in COM Surrogate" while trying to delete your photos? 🖼️ As seen in image, this happens when Windows gets stuck processing an image file.

In this video, I'll show you two ways to fix this without restarting your PC:
▶️ How to use Task Manager to end the specific background processes holding the file.
▶️ The "USB Reset" method for when the software fix isn't enough.

These steps work for HEIC files, JPEGs, and folders on both Windows 10 and Windows 11!

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