Problem Ejecting USB Mass Storage Device. This Device Is Currently In Use-Windows 10/11 [FIX]
Problem Ejecting USB Mass Storage Device. This Device Is Currently In Use-Windows 10/11 [FIX]
Using an USB device as a storage device for storing media and files is a common practice among PC users. All you need to do is to simply plug it in and start transferring media files or documents to and from. While it’s supposed to be an easy process, some times, you may experience unexpected errors like “This device is currently in use” preventing you from removing the device safely.
Issues addressed in this tutorial:
this device is currently in use close any programs or windows that might be using the device
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this device is currently in use but it's not
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The error message suggests you to close any programs or windows that might be using the device, while that’s not the case at all. This can be a tricky situation especially when you are in the mid of some important work and you need to rush.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Huawei and Samsung.