Office 365 OneDrive is a cloud storage solution that enables easy storage and sharing of files. However, there may be instances where you need to remove a file from your OneDrive account. This article will walk you through the steps to delete a file from Office 365 OneDrive.
Step 1: Log in to Your OneDrive Account
To begin with, log in to your OneDrive account using your Microsoft account credentials. Once you are logged in, you will be able to access all the files and folders stored in your OneDrive account.
Step 2: Locate the File You Want to Delete
After logging in to your OneDrive account, navigate to the folder where the file you want to delete is located. You can do this by clicking on the folder icon or searching for the file using the search bar.
Step 3: Select the File
Once you have located the file you want to delete, click on it to select it. This will highlight the file and make it easier to delete.
Step 4: Delete the File
To delete the selected file, right-click on it and choose “Delete” from the context menu that appears. Alternatively, you can press the “Delete” key on your keyboard or click on the trash can icon located in the toolbar above the list of files.
Step 5: Confirm the Deletion
After selecting the file and choosing to delete it, a confirmation dialog box will appear. Click “Delete” again to confirm that you want to permanently delete the file from your OneDrive account.
Step 6: Check for Successful Deletion
Once you have confirmed the deletion, check if the file has been successfully deleted by refreshing the page or navigating to a different folder. If the file is no longer visible, then it has been successfully deleted from your OneDrive account.
Conclusion
Deleting a file in Office 365 OneDrive is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the steps outlined in this article, you will be able to delete any unwanted files from your OneDrive account with ease.