00:00Deleting files or folders on a Windows PC is a quick process.
00:03Here are the step-by-step methods depending on how you want to do it.
00:06Standard method, moving to Recycle Bin. Locate the file or folder you want to delete using
00:11File Explorer or on your desktop. Click once on the item to select it.
00:17Right-click the item and select the delete icon, the trash can, or the word delete from the context
00:22menu. Alternatively, you can just press the delete key on your keyboard. The item is now moved to
00:27Recycle Bin and can still be restored if needed. Permanent deletion, bypassing the Recycle Bin.
00:33Locate and select the file or folder you want to remove. Press and hold the shift key on your
00:37keyboard. While holding shift, press the delete key or right-click the item while holding shift and
00:41select delete. A confirmation prompt will appear asking if you are sure you want to permanently
00:46delete the item. Click yes. Note, this cannot be undone easily. Emptying the Recycle Bin. Find the
00:52Recycle Bin icon on your desktop. Right-click the Recycle Bin icon. Select Empty Recycle Bin from the
00:59menu. Confirm by clicking yes to permanently clear all files stored inside it and free up storage space
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