There are several ways to delete a file from your computer.
1) Using the Delete Key: This is the most basic and commonly used way of removing files from your computer. To delete a file, you need to first locate it within your computer’s file system structure. You can do this by using the Windows File Explorer, or if you are using a Mac computer, you can use Finder. Once you have located the file, you can simply press the Delete key on your keyboard and the file will be removed from your system. Any file that is deleted in this way is usually moved to the computer’s Recycle Bin, where it can be recovered if necessary.
2) Deleting from the Recycle Bin: If you have already deleted a file and it is now located in the Recycle Bin, you can easily delete it permanently with just a few steps. Within the Recycle Bin, you can find the file you wish to delete, right-click on it and select the “Delete” option. This will permanently delete the file and empty the Recycle Bin.
3) Using Command Prompt Commands: If you are more familiar with using command line instructions, you can also delete files using Command Prompt commands. To access the Command Prompt you need to go to the Start menu, type in ‘cmd’ and then press enter. This will open up the Command Prompt window, which you can use to list, move and delete files on your computer. To delete a file, type in ‘del filename’ and press enter. This will permanently delete the file from your computer.
4) Using Third Party Applications: There are also third-party applications that can help you delete files permanently from your computer. These applications provide additional protection to make sure that files are completely removed from your system without being placed in the Recycle Bin. Examples of third-party applications include CCleaner, File Shredder and Eraser.
5) Factory Reset: Another option for removing files from your computer permanently is to perform a factory reset. A factory reset will delete all files and data stored on the hard drive, and restore your computer to its original state. This is a drastic solution and should only be used as a last resort if you are having problems with your computer and other methods of deleting files have not been successful.
By following the above steps, you should be able to delete any files from your computer quickly and safely. Remember to back up important files before you delete them, just to be sure that you don’t accidentally erase something you need.