How can I stop and start TGitCache.exe gracefully

Question

I want to remove my local repository entirely, but TGitCache.exe keeps an open handle to the directory. I would like to shut it down gracefully, delete the folder and start it again.

Answer 1

1. Open TortoiseGit Settings > Icon Overlays
2. In section "Status cache" select "None"
3. Click OK

TGitCache.exe will disappear from the process list.

If you need it again, you can turn it on by selecting another option, like "Default". After a click in an explorer window TGitCache.exe will run again.