Unable To Lock Device. Make Sure You Do Not Have Open Files On This Device And Try Again Updated 💯 Instant

Real-time protection modules scan files as they are accessed. If your antivirus is scanning the external device, it holds a lock. This is especially common with USB drives.

This article will explain exactly what "locking a device" means, why this error occurs even when you think no files are open, and provide a step-by-step guide to resolving it permanently. Real-time protection modules scan files as they are accessed