If you’re cleaning out your Dropbox or just need to ditch a folder full of old stuff, getting rid of it is a breeze. You can zap that folder right off your computer and poof, it’s gone from Dropbox too. Or, head straight to Dropbox online and knock it out there.
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What Is Dropbox?
If you’re new to Dropbox, you may be wondering what it is and how it works. Dropbox is a cloud storage service that allows users to upload, share, and sync files online. Users can access their files from any device with an internet connection[1]. Dropbox also makes it easy to collaborate with others by sharing files and folders. If you’re done using a folder in Dropbox, you can delete it to free up space.
Step One: Open Dropbox On Your Computer
Assuming you already have an account, the first step is to open Dropbox on your computer. You can do this by going to the website and logging in, or by downloading the app and signing in that way. Once you’re logged in, find the folder you want to delete. Right-click on it and select “Delete” from the drop-down menu. A pop-up window will appear asking if you’re sure you want to delete the folder; click “OK” to confirm. The folder will now be deleted from your Dropbox account.
Step Two: Find The Folder You Want To Delete
Deleting a folder in Dropbox is simple and straightforward. To do so, follow these steps:
First, find the folder you want to delete. You can do this by opening up your Dropbox account and navigating to the folder in question. Once you’ve found it, click on the folder to open it.
Next, click on the “Delete” button at the top of the page. A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm that you want to delete the folder. Simply click “Delete” again and the folder will be deleted from your Dropbox account.
Step Three: Right-Click On The Folder And Select “Delete”
When you’re ready to delete a folder in Dropbox, right-click on the folder and select “delete”. This will delete the folder and all of its contents from your Dropbox account. Keep in mind that deleting a folder is permanent and cannot be undone, so be sure you really want to delete it before you do so.
Step Four: Confirm That You Want To Delete The Folder
When you’re sure you want to delete the folder, click “Delete” one more time. This will remove the folder and all its contents from your Dropbox account immediately. Note that you can only delete folders that you’ve created yourself–you can’t delete any of the default folders (like Photos or Documents) that come with every Dropbox account.
Conclusion
When you’re finished with a project, the last thing you want to do is leave a mess behind for someone else to clean up. The same goes for digital projects stored in your Dropbox account. If you’re no longer using a folder, it’s best to delete it so it doesn’t take up space and clutter your account. Here’s how to delete a folder in Dropbox:
1. Log into your Dropbox account and navigate to the Files page.
2. Find the folder you want to delete and click on the checkbox next to it.
3. Click the Delete button at the top of the page.
4. Confirm that you want to delete the folder by clicking Yes, delete permanently when prompted.
And that’s all there is to it! Once you’ve deleted the folder, it will be removed from your Dropbox account immediately.
