How to I Clear/Empty My Recent Documents

Here is how to to Clear My Recent Documents and Programs in your computer or laptop. Do you know all the files you open will be stored in your user profile in a hidden folder named My Recent Documents for easy access. My Recent Documents list contains the last 15 items that have been user-opened.

Follow these simple steps to clear My Recent Documents

1. Go to Start and right click on it
2. Find Properties on the list and click on it
3. In the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window click the Start Menu tab
4. Click the Customize button
5. Click the Clear button/ Clear List to clear Clear your Recent Documents

Image: Windows Taskbar and Start Menu Properties

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