Deleting Recycled Folder Does Not Seem to Work

 Last reviewed: August 28, 1995
Article ID: Q135200
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you remove the Recycled folder in Windows Explorer, the folder appears not to be removed.

CAUSE

The Recycle Bin sends each of the internal files to the Recycle Bin. The files you see in the Recycle Bin are the internal files.

RESOLUTION

Do not remove the Recycled folder to empty the Recycle Bin. To empty the Recycle Bin, use the right mouse button to click the Recycle Bin, and then click Empty Recycle Bin on the menu that appears.

KBCategory: kbusage
KBSubcategory: posfest win95
Additional reference words: 95

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Last reviewed: August 28, 1995
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