The files stored on a computer running Windows are organized in a way that is intended to be reminiscent of a paper-based office environment. Each computer file is similar to a document, and all documents are stored in directories called folders. If you have several Windows files that you would like to delete at once, the fastest way to do so is by deleting the folder in which the files are contained. Delete Windows folders to keep your computer organized if you no longer need any of the files contained within them.
Instructions
1. Click the "Start" button, then click "Computer" in Windows 7 and Vista or "My Computer" in Windows XP.
2. Double click the "Local Disk" to browse the contents of your computer's hard drive directly or double click the "My Documents" folder if the folder that you would like to delete is located there. Continue browsing the computer by double clicking folders until you have located the folder that you would like to delete.
3. Click the folder, then press the "Delete" key on the keyboard. Alternatively, right click the folder and select "Delete." Click "Yes" to confirm. The folder and all of its contents will be sent to the Windows Recycle Bin.
4. Right click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop and select "Empty Recycle Bin" to delete the folder permanently.
Related posts
Windows Media Player is the default media player found in Windows operating systems. It enables you to play media content, including videos and music. You can import a number of files to Windows M...
Windows Media Player is a popular player found on Windows operating systems. It allows you to upload and play back music, videos, photos and more. If your media player is cluttered with content yo...
Delete Video in Windows Media PlayerMicrosoft's Windows Media Player is the proprietary music and video jukebox for the Windows operating system. The program comes pre-installed on most PCs, and i...
With all of the downloadable video and music files available on the Internet, it can be easy to accumulate a considerable amount of material. A popular program for enjoying your digital media is M...
Delete Now Playing in Windows MediaWhen you open song files in Windows Media player, they are automatically added to a "Now Playing" playlist. This playlist will grow with every new song...
