Disable Delete Confirmation Dialog Box for XP or Vista
Dec 30th, 2007 by MrGroove
When deleting a file or folder in Windows XP or Windows Vista, 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 groovy steps in the how-to below for Windows 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:
Shot taken from Windows Vista however Windows XP Dialog box is very similar
By following the 2 steps below, the above dialog box will no longer be displayed.
Disable Delete Confirmation Dialog Box in 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!
Tags: xp tips, vista tips, recycle bin
Thank you. Keep up the great articles!
i did this on another pc but couldn’t remember how to do it again for my life and have spent the past hour trying to figure out where to find the setting. this was so easy. THANK YOU.
@ Cindy
Thanks Cindy & Welcome to the site! I appreciate the feedback!