1. In My Computer or Windows NT Explorer, locate the file or folder you want to delete.
2. Click the file or folder.
3. On the File menu, click Delete.

Tips

If you want to retrieve a file you have deleted, look in the Recycle Bin. Your deleted file remains in the Recycle Bin until you empty it.

You can also drag file or folder icons onto the Recycle Bin icon. If you press SHIFT while dragging, the item will be deleted from your computer without being stored in the Recycle Bin.

To empty the Recycle Bin

1. Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop.
2. On the File menu, click Empty Recycle Bin.

Notes and Tips

	Recycle Bin only works with files deleted from Windows NT Explorer. Files deleted with File Manager or at the command line will not appear in the Recycle Bin.
	If you want to remove only some of the items in the Recycle Bin, hold down the CTRL key while clicking each item. Click the File menu, and then click Delete.
	To open a file that is in the Recycle Bin, drag it onto the desktop, and then double-click its icon.