Delete File
Windows
Delete
Moves the selected file to the Recycle Bin.
Tip: Shift + Delete deletes permanently.
Windows Delete File Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Moves the selected file to the Recycle Bin. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Windows, plus other ways to do it.
Quick Answer
- Windows
- Delete
- Mac
- Cmd+Delete
- Web
- Not confirmed yet
How to delete file in Windows with the keyboard
- Open Windows and go to where you want to delete file.
- Press Delete on Windows or Cmd + Delete on Mac.
Tip: Shift + Delete deletes permanently.
Windows Delete File Shortcut for Windows
Press Delete.
Windows Delete File Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + Delete.
Windows Delete File Shortcut for Windows Web
We haven't confirmed a Windows Web shortcut for this yet.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Windows delete file shortcut?
On Windows, press Delete. On a Mac, press Cmd + Delete.
Is there a Mac shortcut to delete file in Windows?
Yes: Cmd + Delete.
Does it work in Windows for the web?
We haven't confirmed a web version shortcut for this yet.
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