Delete Multiple Files at Once on Windows 10: Different WaysUpdated 3 months ago
Open the folder containing the files, hold Ctrl, and click on each file you want to delete. Alternatively, press Shift to select a range of files, then press Delete or Shift + Delete to remove them permanently. Open Cmd and navigate to the folder using the cd command.
Key Highlights: Delete Multiple Files at Once on Windows 10
- Using File Explorer
Select multiple files with Ctrl or Shift keys. Right-click and choose Delete, or press Delete on your keyboard. Use Shift + Delete to permanently delete.
- Select All Files with Ctrl + A
Press Ctrl + A to select all files in a folder and delete them.
- Using the Command Prompt
Open Command Prompt and use the `del` command with wildcards (e.g., `del *.txt`) to delete specific files.
- Using PowerShell
Open PowerShell and use the `Remove-Item` command to delete files, with options for specific patterns or all files in a folder.
- Third-Party Software
Use tools like CCleaner or Bulk Crap Uninstaller for bulk deletion with advanced features.
- Emptying the Recycle Bin
After deleting files, go to the Recycle Bin and either select files to permanently delete or click Empty Recycle Bin to clear all deleted items.
These methods offer different ways to delete multiple files quickly and effectively, with options for both temporary and permanent deletion.