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Deleting Files in Windows | MAP Tech |

When you no longer need a file, you can remove it from your computer to save space and to keep your computer from getting cluttered with unwanted files. To delete a files, follow the steps given below:

Steps to Deleting a File

  1. Open the folder or library that contains the Files.
  2. Select the Files. Press Delete key or Shift + Delete key [To delete a file permanently]
  3. Delete File dialog box will open, click Yes or Press Y.


When you delete a file, it's temporarily stored in the Recycle Bin. Windows allows you to recover files or folders that you might have accidentally deleted. Occasionally, you should empty the Recycle Bin to reclaim all of the hard disk space being used by your unwanted files.

Restore Files and Folders

  1. Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the Desktop.
  2. Select the item or items you want to restore.
  3. Click the Restore this item or button on the Toolbar.
  4. Click Yes to confirm the restore or click No to cancel it.


You can undo a deletion. If you accidentally delete a file, click Organize, and then click Undo Delete. Windows remembers your last three actions. You can't open a deleted folder and restore selected items. When you've deleted a folder, you have to restore the entire folder.

Shortcut

Undo - Ctrl + Z
Redo - Ctrl + Y

 

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