Get Rid of a failed install


  1. Posts : 279
    Win 10 Pro 64 Bit
       #1

    Get Rid of a failed install


    I tried install paint Shop Pro 9 on a new laptop and it hung.
    Now I can't remove it. I'm told the files are "in use" but there's nothing in Task Manager.
    If I try to install it again, it says I have to complete the previous install, but there's no way to do that.
    I don;t seem to ab able to get to safe mode either, to try and delete them. The laptop just starts on the desktop.
    Is there anything I can do to not have it "in use" and /or remove it all ?
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  2. Posts : 23,292
    Win 10 Home ♦♦♦19045.4355 (x64) [22H2]
       #2

    James1093 said:
    I tried install paint Shop Pro 9 on a new laptop and it hung.
    Now I can't remove it. I'm told the files are "in use" but there's nothing in Task Manager.
    If I try to install it again, it says I have to complete the previous install, but there's no way to do that.
    I don;t seem to ab able to get to safe mode either, to try and delete them. The laptop just starts on the desktop.
    Is there anything I can do to not have it "in use" and /or remove it all ?


    Where did you get the copy of PSP 9?
    Does it show up in Control Panel > Programs & Features?

    Do you use REVO Uninstaller?


    There is a program called EMCO UnLock IT (free), you can use this to unlock whatever is holding PSP 9

    UnLock IT Free - Unlock a File or Folder Locked by the System
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  3. Posts : 279
    Win 10 Pro 64 Bit
    Thread Starter
       #3

    It was on a USB stick.No it doesn't show up in Programs & Features.
    I don't want to install it now, just get rid of it if possible.
    Haven't got REVO afaik.
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  4. Posts : 23,292
    Win 10 Home ♦♦♦19045.4355 (x64) [22H2]
       #4

    James1093 said:
    It was on a USB stick.No it doesn't show up in Programs & Features.
    I don't want to install it now, just get rid of it if possible.
    Haven't got REVO afaik.


    Use EMCO UnLock IT to unlock PSP9, then uninstall it. UnLock IT Free - Unlock a File or Folder Locked by the System

    Then go here...
    Paint Shop Pro 4.12 and 7.04 and 8.1 and 9.01

    Get whichever version you like and also download the install directions, I included.


    I recommend PSP 7.04 Anniversary Edition.
    Just follow the directions for whichever version you choose.

    I've tested these on Windows 7, 10 and 11. They work flawlessly.
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  5. Posts : 279
    Win 10 Pro 64 Bit
    Thread Starter
       #5

    Many thanks. Your mention of REVO made me get it and that worked. All ok now with v7. Thanks,
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  6. Posts : 23,292
    Win 10 Home ♦♦♦19045.4355 (x64) [22H2]
       #6

    James1093 said:
    Many thanks. Your mention of REVO made me get it and that worked. All ok now with v7. Thanks,




    NOTE: Whenever you uninstall something with REVO, make sure you also do the... "scan for leftovers", and delete whatever it finds.


    NOTE 2: REVO is also great at removing Windows Apps, if desired...


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