Empty trash

Excess garbage should always be disposed of, and this applies not only to the suburban area, apartment, desktop, but also computer equipment. Beginners always face problems during the operation of a stationary personal computer, and many have one question: how to empty the basket? In order not to learn by typing, we bring to your attention a small detailed instruction on the procedure.

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Why do we need a computer "trash"?

This bucket label contains all the files, folders, and data that you recently deleted. In order to slightly unload the memory of your personal computer from informational garbage, you need to clean this place. How to empty the trash in the computer - you can find out more.

Important! Want to delete some files without a trace? Read the article: "How to delete without a basket?".

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First method

On the workspace of your computer device is located the icon of the very basket:

1. If you double-click the left mouse button on this shortcut, a window will open in front of you.
2. In the left part of the toolbar you can find different buttons that are responsible for different functions. You need to find and click on the “Empty Trash” item.
3. After clicking, the Windows operating system will make sure that you definitely want to perform these actions - you need to press the “Yes” key.

Important! You can also perform this manipulation by selecting all the objects in this window using the computer mouse cursor and pressing the “Delete” key, which is located above the index arrows on your keyboard.

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Second method

It is possible to carry out “cleaning” in another way, using the “File” item on the toolbar. After clicking on it, you will need to select the already familiar line “Empty the basket”.

Important! Before cleaning, it is advisable to check the contents of the deletion folder in order not to accidentally lose important data.

Want to clean not only the basket, but also clean the entire computer? Find out, which utility is most suitable for cleaning your computerbut.

If not all data in your opinion should be deleted, then simply double-click the name of the required file with the left mouse button. A context menu will appear before you, in which you will need to select the “Restore” line. The file that you restored will immediately appear in its old place.

Important! Before the recovery procedure, make sure that you remember the exact location of the file. To obtain this information, before deleting you need to right-click on the file and go to its properties. A context menu will open in front of you, in which the necessary information about the source is indicated.

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Recover Deleted Information

If you already clicked on the “Empty Trash” option, and only after that you realized that an extremely important file remained inside, then you can use the following solution to the problem.

Typically, users think that the data is deleted permanently, but for your happiness there are interesting programs that will help you correct the situation. UnErase or Recuva are most preferable in carrying out such work:

1. We are looking for one of these programs, download the installer, install and run.
2. Press the analysis key, wait until the end and restore the lost data.

In order not to engage in such manipulations, it is better to think several times and not rush.

Important! Sometimes we all face problems braking devices. But what to do to avoid such difficulties? We offer to study how to speed up your laptop.

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Now you know how to empty the trash in a laptop and personal computer, and also know how to recover deleted information. We wish you success in working with a computer and the earliest possible acquisition of new skills!