delete prompt

About this tag
The delete prompt tag covers discussions about enabling or disabling confirmation prompts when deleting files or items in Windows. Topics include restoring the delete confirmation dialog in Windows Explorer, which may be turned off by default in some Windows versions like Windows 8, and issues with re-enabling the delete prompt for Sticky Notes in Windows 7. Users seek solutions to bring back these safety prompts to prevent accidental deletions. The tag focuses on user interface settings and registry tweaks related to deletion confirmations in Windows.
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    Windows 8 How to enable delete-file-prompt in WinExplorer?

    Currently when I delete a file in WinExplorer then no confirmation appears. How can I tell Win8 to show a confirmation prompt? Peter
    • pstein
    • Thread
    • confirmation delete prompt file deletion file management task management tips user interface windows 8 winexplorer
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  2. You cannot re-enable the prompt to delete a note in Sticky Notes in Windows 7.

    Describes an issue in which you cannot re-enable the prompt to delete a note in Sticky Notes in Windows 7. More...
    • News
    • Thread
    • bug report delete prompt desktop environment microsoft support note organization productivity tools software issues sticky notes user interface windows 7
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)