How to Remove Documents from Recent in Word
Microsoft Word is a widely-used word processing application that allows users to create, edit, and manage documents. One of the features of Word is the “Recent” section, which displays a list of recently opened documents. While this feature can be convenient for quick access to frequently used files, it can also be cluttered and overwhelming. If you want to remove documents from the Recent section in Word, follow these simple steps.
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word
First, open Microsoft Word on your computer. If you have multiple versions of Word installed, make sure you open the correct one.
Step 2: Access the Recent Documents List
Once Word is open, you will see a list of recent documents on the left-hand side of the screen. This list includes the names of the documents you have opened recently.
Step 3: Right-click on the Document
Locate the document you want to remove from the Recent section. Right-click on the document’s name to open a context menu.
Step 4: Select “Remove from Recent” or “Delete from List”
In the context menu, you will find an option like “Remove from Recent” or “Delete from List.” Click on this option to remove the document from the Recent section.
Step 5: Confirm the Action
A confirmation dialog may appear, asking you to confirm your decision. Click “Yes” to proceed with removing the document from the Recent section.
Step 6: Repeat for Other Documents
If you want to remove more documents from the Recent section, repeat steps 3 to 5 for each document you wish to remove.
Step 7: Clear All Recent Documents
In case you want to clear the entire Recent section and start fresh, you can do so by following these additional steps:
1. Click on “File” in the top-left corner of the Word window.
2. Select “Options” from the menu that appears.
3. In the Word Options dialog box, go to the “Advanced” tab.
4. Scroll down to the “Display” section and uncheck the “Show this number of recent files” option.
5. Click “OK” to save the changes and clear all recent documents from the list.
By following these steps, you can easily remove documents from the Recent section in Word and keep your document list organized and clutter-free.
