Windows 10 Cannot delete the WindowsApps folder (made by Game Pass PC)

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So I had to format my SSD but I didn't delete anything from my D drive.. So the problem is that when I reinstalled Game Pass, I cant switch the default install location to D because there is the "WindowsApps" folder which cannot be deleted. (before the reason was permissions but now its that "The folder or a file in it is opened in another program" I cant remember the quote but you know what I mean .. I'm about to freak out with this..


Here is some steps I've tried

Changed the permissions, I have full access according to windows.

Force delete from CMD

Disk cleaner programs

(Cant delete any games because Game Pass app doesn't think I have games)

resmon.exe and looked at associated handles, ended tasks there.

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