Delete Files in PowerShell: Remove-Item with Safety

Delete Files in PowerShell: Remove-Item with Safety Deleting is permanent. Learn the safe patterns that prevent accidental data loss. How It Works Remove-Item (del/rm) deletes files. Unlike Windows trash bin, PowerShell deletes files permanently—they don't go to recycle bin. So you must be careful. Always preview what you're deleting before actually running Remove-Item. Code Examples Delete Single File # Delete one file Remove-Item report.txt # No confirmation—it's gone immediately! # That's why