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How to Clear Recent Files in Windows 11 [6 Ways]
Leaving the Recent files is not advisable if it’s not personal computer
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Updated onNovember 7, 2024
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Fix Windows 11 OS errors with Fortect:
If you want to know how to clear or remove the recent files in Windows 11, you’re in the right place.
Normally, this feature enables quick access to your files, but if you’re sharing your PC with someone else and don’t want to expose recent activities, keep reading.
How can I clear recent files in Windows 11?
1. Clear File Explorer history
The recently opened files list in File Explorer will delete when you clear File Explorer history. Read about some fixes forWindows Explorer running slowlyon your computer.
2. Delete search history
Deleting your search history clears the list of apps and files you recently searched about, preventing intruders from knowing. You can alsoclear the search history from your browser.
3. Delete activity history for your account
The activity history for your account can also store lists of recent activities and files you’ve engaged on your system. So, cleaning it will remove the list of recent files on Windows 11.
4. Via the Registry Editor
Deleting the following keys will clear any recent files listed on the PC. Read abouthow to fix a corrupt Registry Editoron Windows 11 if you encounter a problem.
5. Delete File Explorer’s Address bar history
The address bar history contains the files you searched for recently depending on how long it stores. So, clearing it will remove any information about recent files in Windows 11.
Check our guide forfixing File Explorer preview pane not workingon Windows PCs.
6. Delete recent file history for a specific app
How to find recent files in Windows 11?
Deleting recent file history for a specific app will clear the details of recent activities and the files you used.
In addition, you may be interested in our article abouthow to fix File Explorer freezing or not respondingon Windows 11.
Likewise, do not hesitate to checkmethods for extracting files from multiple foldersin File Explorer.
If you have further questions or suggestions on this guide, kindly drop the in the comments section.
More about the topics:File Explorer,Windows 11
Henderson Jayden Harper
Windows Software Expert
Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
