How to Remove Recent Files from Word
Are you tired of seeing a long list of recent files in your Word document? This feature, while convenient for quick access, can sometimes be overwhelming or distracting. If you’re looking to remove recent files from Word, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of clearing your recent files list in Word for both Windows and Mac operating systems.
Removing Recent Files in Windows
To remove recent files from Word on a Windows computer, follow these simple steps:
1. Open Microsoft Word.
2. Click on the “File” tab located at the top-left corner of the screen.
3. In the left-hand pane, click on “Options.”
4. A new window will appear. Here, select “Advanced” from the list on the left.
5. Scroll down to the “General” section and find the “Show this number of recent files” option.
6. Change the number to zero and click “OK” to save the changes.
Removing Recent Files in Mac
If you’re using a Mac, the process is quite similar:
1. Open Microsoft Word.
2. Click on “Word” in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
3. Select “Preferences” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the Preferences window, click on “Advanced.”
5. Look for the “Show this number of recent files” option and set it to zero.
6. Click “OK” to save your changes.
Additional Tips
– If you want to remove all recent files at once, you can also use the keyboard shortcut: Ctrl + Shift + ~ (tilde) on Windows or Command + Shift + ~ on Mac.
– To prevent recent files from being saved in the future, you can disable the “Save AutoRecover information every” option in the Word Options or Preferences window.
– If you’re using an older version of Word, the steps may vary slightly, but the general process remains the same.
By following these steps, you should now have a clean and clutter-free recent files list in your Word document. Enjoy your distraction-free writing experience!
