Remove-ContentFromCache error

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Hi, I am using the latest PSADT version 3.10.1 and having an issue figuring out how to remove the cache that was created with Copy-ContentToCache.
I put the Remove-ContentFromCache in the Post Uninstall section, even as the last or first line, and I always get a "Failed to removed cache folder. I have even directed the function to the exact path with the -Path switch, and no luck…same error. I am just using the remove folder function right now, but curious if anyone has had success with this feature. The MSI I am testing is a simple test MSI and has no remnants in memory when installed or uninstalled. Thanks. Jeff

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Hi,
In PSADT version 3.10.1, you can use the Remove-ContentFromCache function to remove cached content created with Copy-ContentToCache. But ensure correct syntax and path usage. If you encounter issues, consider troubleshooting with the PSADT community or checking for any known bugs or updates related to this feature.

Thanks

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Thanks Anna,
I figured out a fix.
I used the two functions with default paths and even tried giving an absolute path for the remove function and it failed. I figured out the issue. I had the remove function in the post uninstall. I placed Remove-ContentFromCache, just above Exit-Script -ExitCode $mainexitcode

## Call the Exit-Script function to perform final cleanup operations
#Remove-ContentfromCache 	
    If ($deploymentType -ieq 'Uninstall')
        	{
		 Remove-ContentFromCache -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
	        }
#End Remove-ContentfromCache 
	Exit-Script -ExitCode $mainExitCode

I think the Remove-ContentFromCache did remove folders and a files, but always left the main script, Deploy-Application.ps1 and gave an error about not being able to remove that ps1. After moving the Remove-ContentFromCache above the Exit-Script line, it removed all files and folder, plus the ps1 file. I guess logic from my thinking thought Post-Install was a great place to put the Remove-ContentFromCache, and it obviously got held up trying to delete the ps1 that was in play. By the way, I like the idea of leaving the default locations so far, as I don’t have to use the -path parameter…smile. Thanks for responding.

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