How to Effortlessly Delete Documents in Google Docs- A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Delete Documents in Google Docs

Are you looking to delete a document in Google Docs but unsure of the steps to take? Deleting unnecessary documents can help keep your Google Drive organized and free up space. In this article, we will guide you through the process of deleting documents in Google Docs. Whether you’re using the web version or the mobile app, we’ve got you covered.

Deleting a Document in the Web Version

1. Open your Google Drive by visiting drive.google.com.
2. Navigate to the document you want to delete. You can search for the document using the search bar at the top of the page.
3. Click on the document to select it. If you have multiple documents selected, hold down the Ctrl (Command on Mac) key while clicking each document to select them individually.
4. Once the document is selected, click on the trash icon that appears on the top right corner of the document’s preview. This will move the document to the trash.
5. To permanently delete the document, go to the left sidebar and click on “Trash.” Then, find the document you want to delete and click on the “Delete forever” option.

Deleting a Document in the Mobile App

1. Open the Google Docs app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap on the document you want to delete.
3. Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen to open the menu.
4. Select “Move to trash” from the menu options.
5. To permanently delete the document, go to the “Trash” folder by tapping on the trash icon at the bottom of the screen. Find the document and tap on the “Delete forever” option.

Deleting Multiple Documents at Once

If you want to delete multiple documents at once, you can follow these steps for both the web version and the mobile app:

1. In the web version, select all the documents you want to delete by holding down the Ctrl (Command on Mac) key and clicking on each document. Then, proceed with steps 4 and 5 mentioned earlier.
2. In the mobile app, tap on the first document you want to delete, then tap on the “Select multiple” option at the bottom of the screen. Select the other documents you want to delete, and proceed with steps 3 and 4 mentioned earlier.

By following these simple steps, you can easily delete documents in Google Docs, keeping your Google Drive organized and clutter-free.