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5.1

The Windows 9x File Structure and File Management System

5.1.10

Using the Recycle Bin

The Recycle Bin can be used to temporarily delete or permanently delete files from the computer. Until the recycle bin is emptied, the files remain on the hard drive. Files can be restored or "undeleted" from the Recycle Bin to the original folder.

The graphic depicts a Recycle Bin that is not empty but has at least one file or folder. Right-clicking on this Recycle Bin brings up a menu, and selecting Empty Recycle Bin deletes the contents of the Recycle Bin.

Double clicking on the Recycle Bin brings up a window, which shows the file name(s). An alternate method of emptying is to right-click on a file name, and then select Delete from the shortcut menu. Clicking (highlighting) the document in the folder (Document.rtf) allows it to be restored. A file may also be restored to its original folder. To do this, right-click the file and select Restore.

Right-click the file (Document.rtf). The Document Properties window displays the original folder of the file as shown.

Note: The same process works for folders. The folder itself will not be shown, but restoring a file that was previously in the folder restores that folder automatically. An empty folder cannot be restored.