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desperate? hundreds of copies of photos

by rosefarouche Feb 21, 2009 11:41PM PST

I have somehow created hundreds or maybe thousands of copies of images in my "images" or photo section on Windows XP. I have tried deleting them holding down control key, but it is a never ending task, there are still thousands left. I am afraid they are going to clog up my system.

Could I add another query, I have a Skype phone subscription, but recently it has started to cut out and the screen freezes. I cannot contact the company as they do not publish a phone number.

Many thanks

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Do You Want To Delete All The Photos?

by Grif Thomas Forum moderator Feb 22, 2009 1:14AM PST

If so, use Windows Explorer (Not Internet Explorer) to access the folder where they reside, then click on "Edit" in the upper left, choose "Select All". All the photos in that folder will be highlighted.. Now click on "File" in the upper left, choose "Delete", then click on "Yes/OK" when it asks "Are you sure?". All of the photos will now be sent to the Recycle Bin from which you can them delete them entirely.

As to Skype, they do have a Help site. Click on the links below:

Help For Skype

How do I contact Skype customer service for help with my service?

Hope this helps.

Grif

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