{"id":353,"date":"2020-07-07T05:59:46","date_gmt":"2020-07-07T05:59:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/?p=353"},"modified":"2020-07-11T14:13:49","modified_gmt":"2020-07-11T14:13:49","slug":"requested-resource-is-in-use","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix \u201cThe Requested Resource is In Use\u201d Error Easily"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201c<strong>The requested resource is in use<\/strong>\u201d is one of the most common errors that users face in their system. If you are also one of them, you do not have to panic. One can come across this error when trying to copy or move files from external storage devices or computers. You can even see this message \u201c<strong>the requested resource is in use<\/strong>\u201d flashing on your screen while running or installing any software or program.<\/p><div class=\"udwdl64d6078e6fd0c\" ><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8209967072221559\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"2673331731\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.udwdl64d6078e6fd0c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.udwdl64d6078e6fd0c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.udwdl64d6078e6fd0c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.udwdl64d6078e6fd0c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.udwdl64d6078e6fd0c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Readers will know about some great fixes to resolve the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d in this article. So, let\u2019s move on to our effective fixes without more ado.<\/p>\n<p>PS: should you have an issue with\u00a0<strong>Folder Access Denied<\/strong>,\u00a0click to fix it now.<\/p>\n<p>When users try to move files from their computer to an external device or vice versa, they are greeted with the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d. It can also be faced when suddenly some program resists running on the system. It is really important to look for a perfect solution to get rid of this issue. This is a significant task to resolve the error but also to save your important files or data. Here, you will be acquainted with fixes that will help you to move files or run the concerned program smoothly.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lwptoc lwptoc-autoWidth lwptoc-baseItems lwptoc-light lwptoc-notInherit\" data-smooth-scroll=\"1\" data-smooth-scroll-offset=\"24\" data-lwptoc-initialized=\"1\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_i\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_header\"><b class=\"lwptoc_title\">Contents<\/b>\u00a0<span class=\"lwptoc_toggle\">\u00a0hide\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_items lwptoc_items-visible\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_itemWrap\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\">\n<p><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Part 1: Retrieve data before getting rid of \u201cThe Requested Resource is In Use\u201d error<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_itemWrap\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Things to remember while recovering data:<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Steps to retrieve data from the external device:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\">\n<p><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Part 2: Get rid of the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_itemWrap\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Method 1: Safe Boot your Computer<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Method 2: Eliminate Malware via Windows Defender<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"><span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Method 3: Get rid of Malicious Program\/Software<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Part_1_Retrieve_data_before_getting_rid_of_%E2%80%9CThe_Requested_Resource_is_In_Use%E2%80%9D_error\"><\/span><span id=\"Part_1_Retrieve_data_before_getting_rid_of_The_Requested_Resource_is_In_Use_error\"><a class=\"nturl\" name=\"part1\"><\/a>Part 1: Retrieve data before getting rid of \u201cThe Requested Resource is In Use\u201d error<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-64d6078e7331c\"><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Things_to_remember_while_recovering_data\" title=\"Things to remember while recovering data:\">Things to remember while recovering data:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Steps_to_retrieve_data_from_the_external_device\" title=\"Steps to retrieve data from the external device:\">Steps to retrieve data from the external device:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Step_1_Make_a_connection\" title=\"Step 1: Make a connection\">Step 1: Make a connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Step_2_Launch_the_program\" title=\"Step 2: Launch the program\">Step 2: Launch the program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Step_3_Make_a_selection\" title=\"Step 3: Make a selection\">Step 3: Make a selection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Step_4_Retrieve_files\" title=\"Step 4: Retrieve files\">Step 4: Retrieve files<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Part_2_Get_rid_of_the_error_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Part 2: Get rid of the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d\">Part 2: Get rid of the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Method_1_Safe_Boot_your_Computer\" title=\"Method 1: Safe Boot your Computer\">Method 1: Safe Boot your Computer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Method_2_Eliminate_Malware_via_Windows_Defender\" title=\"Method 2: Eliminate Malware via Windows Defender\">Method 2: Eliminate Malware via Windows Defender<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Steps_to_fix_the_error_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Steps to fix the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:\">Steps to fix the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Method_3_Get_rid_of_Malicious_ProgramSoftware\" title=\"Method 3: Get rid of Malicious Program\/Software\">Method 3: Get rid of Malicious Program\/Software<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Steps_to_fix_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Steps to fix \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:\">Steps to fix \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/requested-resource-is-in-use\/#Steps_to_eliminate_malicious_program%E2%80%99s_registry_entries\" title=\"Steps to eliminate malicious program\u2019s registry entries:\">Steps to eliminate malicious program\u2019s registry entries:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The issue \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d is generally caused by the Trojan virus or malware. These foreign bodies cause some programs or software to malfunction while saving or working on these programs on the computer.<\/p>\n<p>It is essential to restore files on the system before setting out to the task of fixing this frustrating error. You should perform this recovery task with the help of a professional tool like\u00a0<strong>EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard<\/strong>. One can retrieve important files stored on the target storage device or hard drive. Only those devices that show the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d to avoid any inconvenience later on.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_remember_while_recovering_data\"><\/span><span id=\"Things_to_remember_while_recovering_data\">Things to remember while recovering data:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"bs-shortcode-list list-style-asterisk\">\n<li>Stop using the folder or device at once on facing the error.<\/li>\n<li>You could look for the lost files in Recycle Bin if files were present on your desktop.<\/li>\n<li>Always use a professional tool for recovering lost or deleted files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_retrieve_data_from_the_external_device\"><\/span><span id=\"Steps_to_retrieve_data_from_the_external_device\">Steps to retrieve data from the external device:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You should follow simple and quick steps as listed below to restore all data and files stored on the external storage device.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Make_a_connection\"><\/span><span id=\"Step_1_Make_a_connection\">Step 1: Make a connection<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You need to connect your external device to the system from where you lost files.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Launch_the_program\"><\/span><span id=\"Step_2_Launch_the_program\">Step 2: Launch the program<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You have to run the program EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard after that on the system. Now, you can specify the exact location of files from where you lost them and tap \u201c<strong>Scan<\/strong>\u201d to start the scanning process.<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29567\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1.png.webp 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1-300x210.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1.png 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1-300x210.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step1.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Make_a_selection\"><\/span><span id=\"Step_3_Make_a_selection\">Step 3: Make a selection<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Once the scanning is done, you have to locate and double-tap on files to\u00a0<strong>preview<\/strong>\u00a0them. You will be given options like lost files, delete files, extra files, drive, etc.<\/p>\n<div id=\"phone-29fc6e1276619a58632e2db86be1a2ab\" class=\"phone-29fc6e1276619a58632e2db86be1a2ab\"><\/div>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29568\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2.png.webp 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2-300x210.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2.png 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2-300x210.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step2.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Retrieve_files\"><\/span><span id=\"Step_4_Retrieve_files\">Step 4: Retrieve files<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>After selecting files, you can tap on the option \u201c<strong>Recover<\/strong>\u201d to save these found files on some safe location on the system or another external device.<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29569\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3.png.webp 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3-300x210.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3.png 1000w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3-300x210.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/recover-data-step3.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<p><i class=\"fa fa-external-link\"><\/i>\u00a0Get EaseUS Data Recovery<\/p>\n<hr class=\"bs-divider large dashed-line\" \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Part_2_Get_rid_of_the_error_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span id=\"Part_2_Get_rid_of_the_error_the_requested_resource_is_in_use\"><a class=\"nturl\" name=\"part2\"><\/a>Part 2: Get rid of the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most of the times, the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d comes up due to some complex issues. You can get rid of this annoying error with the following fixes after saving your files beforehand. With these fixes, you can remove the issue and make your software, device, or program to work again.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_1_Safe_Boot_your_Computer\"><\/span><span id=\"Method_1_Safe_Boot_your_Computer\">Method 1: Safe Boot your Computer<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To remove the error \u201c<strong>the restricted resource is in use<\/strong>\u201c, you can safely boot your computer through the following steps:<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29570\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-300x201.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use.png 720w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-300x201.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"482\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose the option \u201c<strong>Control Panel<\/strong>\u201d after right-clicking on the icon of Windows.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Go for \u201c<strong>Administrative Tools<\/strong>\u201d and then, select \u201c<strong>System Configuration<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong>\u00a0In the tab \u201c<strong>Boot<\/strong>\u201c, you need to put a check against \u201c<strong>Safe Boot<\/strong>\u201d along with the option \u201c<strong>Minimal<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong>\u00a0Tap \u201c<strong>O.K.<\/strong>\u201d for confirmation and boot your computer in the mode \u201c<strong>Safe<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_2_Eliminate_Malware_via_Windows_Defender\"><\/span><span id=\"Method_2_Eliminate_Malware_via_Windows_Defender\">Method 2: Eliminate Malware via Windows Defender<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most common reason behind the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d is Trojan or malware. Systems and programs resist working due to these malware-related issues. It is recommended to make use of Windows Defender to get rid of the malware or virus.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_fix_the_error_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span id=\"Steps_to_fix_the_error_the_requested_resource_is_in_use\">Steps to fix the error \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit\u00a0<strong>Settings<\/strong>\u00a0on your system.<\/p>\n<div id=\"phone-3eb669da302d835dbad9d3e9472f7dd4\" class=\"phone-3eb669da302d835dbad9d3e9472f7dd4\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Select \u201c<strong>Update &amp; Security<\/strong>\u201d and look for \u201c<strong>Windows Defender<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose the option \u201c<strong>Scan Offline<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p>The last step will help users to scan and then, remove all virus or malware from their computers offline. Along with that, this program will help to prevent them from getting back on the system.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_3_Get_rid_of_Malicious_ProgramSoftware\"><\/span><span id=\"Method_3_Get_rid_of_Malicious_ProgramSoftware\">Method 3: Get rid of Malicious Program\/Software<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another method to resolve the issue \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d is to get rid of malicious programs or software on a permanent basis.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_fix_%E2%80%9Cthe_requested_resource_is_in_use%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span id=\"Steps_to_fix_the_requested_resource_is_in_use\">Steps to fix \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you find any malicious program on the computer, then you can disable them with the help of following instructions:<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29571\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1.png.webp 585w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1-300x201.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 585px) 100vw, 585px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 585px) 100vw, 585px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1.png 585w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1-300x201.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"585\" height=\"392\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-1.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose the option \u201c<strong>Control Panel<\/strong>\u201d by right-clicking on the icon of Windows.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Click \u201c<strong>Administration Tools<\/strong>\u201d and then, select \u201c<strong>System Configuration<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong>\u00a0In the tab \u201c<strong>General<\/strong>\u201c, you need to check against \u201c<strong>Load startup items<\/strong>\u201d after clicking on \u201c<strong>Selective startup<\/strong>\u201c. Now, tap \u201cO.K.\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong>\u00a0Select the tab \u201c<strong>Startup<\/strong>\u201d and place check against the listed programs after your computer reboot. Now, you have to select \u201c<strong>Disable<\/strong>\u201d by right-clicking on the programs shown as Unknown in the list.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_eliminate_malicious_program%E2%80%99s_registry_entries\"><\/span><span id=\"Steps_to_eliminate_malicious_programs_registry_entries\">Steps to eliminate malicious program\u2019s registry entries:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Press keys \u201c<strong>Windows + R<\/strong>\u201d together to open up a Run dialog box.<\/p>\n<div id=\"phone-7ca32b325c36aaddee42266a359c23a3\" class=\"phone-7ca32b325c36aaddee42266a359c23a3\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Now, tap \u201c<strong>Ctrl + F<\/strong>\u201d keys and type in \u201c<strong>SmartService<\/strong>\u201d to search the malware through the registry quickly.<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29572\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2.png.webp 412w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2-300x142.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2.png 412w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2-300x142.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"412\" height=\"195\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-2.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong>\u00a0Find the malware and delete it from your computer.<\/p>\n<picture class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter size-full wp-image-29573\" data-lazy-type=\"image\"><source class=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3.png.webp 366w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3-300x108.png.webp 300w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy-loaded\" src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3.png 366w, https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3-300x108.png 300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"366\" height=\"132\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mk0istartips8f9t6nt7.kinstacdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/fix-requested-resource-in-use-3.png\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>You have to repeat this process several times to get rid of all malware to get rid of that error. In case, you have no idea about the Trojan or malware name; you can make use of the following steps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Tap keys \u201c<strong>Windows + R<\/strong>\u201d together and type in \u201c<strong>Regedit<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to \u201c<strong>HKEY LOCAL MACHINE<\/strong>\u201d and then, \u201c<strong>SOFTWARE<\/strong>\u201c. After that, look for \u201c<strong>Microsoft<\/strong>\u201d and then, \u201c<strong>Windows<\/strong>\u201d and lastly, \u201c<strong>CurrentVersion<\/strong>\u201d to locate all folders along with the running ones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong>\u00a0Open each folder and try to look at suspicious files or folders, which may result in the error \u201c<strong>the requested resource is in use<\/strong>\u201c. Now, remove these folders or files from the computer. You can open these found folders if you are not sure about them before hitting the button \u201c<strong>Delete<\/strong>\u201c.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, the issue \u201cthe requested resource is in use\u201d can be dealt with easily with the above-mentioned fixes. One can make use of any of these methods to eliminate this issue. You need to get rid of the malware or viruses that cause this mischief to the system. However, do not forget to restore your data safely before performing this task of eradicating the malware. You can save these found files on another external device to save them against the issue. In this way, your files will be saved against any loss.<\/p>\n<p>Users who are struggling with the error \u201c<strong>the requested resource is in use<\/strong>\u201d or other issues, like\u00a0<strong>Windows Cannot Access the Specified Device Path or File<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>SD card not showing up<\/strong>,\u00a0Microsoft compatibility telemetry high disk usage,\u00a0your computer is low on memory\u00a0can also make use of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard. It is a professional recovery tool that allows you to restore lost data from a computer or other external devices. This recovery tool is quite safe and quick for recovering files against accidental deletion, virus-infected files, system crash, formatted recovery, or various other situations. With the help of its free trial version, you can scan or take a preview of your lost files or data. 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