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Handle

Handy command-line utility to show what files are open by which processes

Version 5.0 · by Mark Russinovich

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Official site: technet.microsoft.com

About Handle

## Handle

Ever wondered which program has a particular file or directory open? Now you can find out.

Handle is a utility that displays information about open handles for any process in the system.

You can use it to see the programs that have a file open, or to see the object types and names of all the handles of a program.

### Package-specific issue

If this package isn't up-to-date for some days, [Create an issue](https://github.com/tunisiano187/Chocolatey-packages/issues/new/choose)

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How to install Handle

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install handle
  4. Open Handle once it finishes installing.
How to install Windows software with Chocolatey

Frequently asked questions

Is Handle free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to technet.microsoft.com, the developer's official site, where Handle is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Handle?

The version listed here is 5.0, published /Date(1666. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Handle from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install handle. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Handle safe?

Handle downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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