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Monday, February 23, 2015

Disable Delete Confirmation Dialog Box for Windows 7

When deleting a file or folder in Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP, the default behavior will prompt you for confirmation verifying you actually want to go forward with the delete.  Some people call it the “second chance”.  Personally, I find the prompt annoying.  If you agree and want the dialog removed, follow the  steps in the how-to below for Windows 7, XP or Windows Vista





Before we begin let me quickly demonstrate the default functionality.  Be default when you delete something, the following Delete Confirmation Box displays:





By following the 2 steps below, the above dialog box will no longer be displayed.



Disable Delete Confirmation Dialog Box in Windows 7, Windows XP and Windows Vista


1:   Right Click the Recycle Bin Icon on your desktop






2:   Uncheck Box Display delete confirmation dialog, Click OK







That’s it, your all done!  You will no longer be prompted when deleting files and folders