Can’t empty trash in OS X file is in use

If you get the “File is in use” and it cannot be deleted from the trash can, there is a simple fix. This command will overwrite all permissions and delete the file that can’t be deleted. You may need to be logged in as an Administrator and type your password into the terminal box.

Open ‘Terminal’ and type this in:

sudo rm -R ~/.Trash/*

Always be carefule when using Terminal and the sudo command. Use at your own risk.

Hope that helps,

Apple Happy Staff