Removing a file

The following steps remove a file
  1. Open an xterm
  2. Move to the directory containing the file you wish to delete.
  3. Type the following at the xterm prompt:
    rm name
    Where name is the name of the file you wish to delete.

Caution:

  • Files that are removed cannot be restored. Make sure you know what you are doing.
  • Deleting files that programs use may cause the program to stop working.

    Note:

  • If the file cannot be deleted (it returns an error message) see the Troubleshooter: Removing a file: