How to Access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint
- George Apostolov
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How to Access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint: step-by-step guide
On SharePoint's main dashboard, find and click the site that contains the Recycle Bin you wish to access.
After that, head over to the left-side panel and click 'Recycle Bin'.
The Recycle Bin will open immediately. You can access your deleted files from there and make your desired changes.
For instance, you may either delete certain files permanently or restore them to their original location.
Quick answer: To access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint, first click the desired site on the main dashboard. Next, click 'Recycle Bin' in the left-side panel to open it. Finally, view your deleted files to either permanently delete them or restore them to their original location.
About this SharePoint tutorial
View and manage deleted files in SharePoint by opening the site Recycle Bin from the left-side panel to restore or permanently delete items. This guide shows how to access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint in 4 steps, starting with "On SharePoint's main dashboard, find and click the site that contains the Recycle Bin y..." and finishing with "For instance, you may either delete certain files permanently or restore them to their...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Add a Calendar Event to SharePoint Sites, How to Add a Page to a SharePoint Site and How to Add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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