How to Delete Multiple Files at Once in Dropbox
- George Apostolov
How to Delete Multiple Files at Once in Dropbox: step-by-step guide
Go to the Dropbox website and sign in to your account.
Go to the folder containing the files you want to delete.
Hover over each file you want to delete and click the checkbox next to it.
Once you have selected the files, click the "Delete" button (trash bin icon) that appears at the top of the page.
Confirm the deletion if prompted.
After deleting, the files will move to the "Deleted files" section, where you can restore them if needed within the recovery period.
Quick answer: To remove multiple files at once on the Dropbox website, sign in, open the folder, hover and click the checkboxes for each file, click the Delete button at the top of the page, confirm the action if prompted, and note that the deleted files move to the Deleted files section.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Easily remove multiple files at once in Dropbox by selecting them in your folder, clicking the delete button, and confirming the action. This guide shows how to delete Multiple Files at Once in Dropbox in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the Dropbox website and sign in to your account" and finishing with "After deleting, the files will move to the 'Deleted files' section, where you can resto...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Dropbox interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to delete Multiple Files at Once in Dropbox?
6 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 Dropbox data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Dropbox. Related guides: How to Delete Photos from Dropbox, How to Delete Recent Activity on Dropbox and How to Delete Viewed Links on Dropbox. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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