Quick Answer: How Do I Delete Frequent Places in Windows 10?
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You can right click the Taskbar and select Properties. Select the Jump Lists Tab and remove the check marks from the 2 options you see there. This will disable the Frequent Places list in File Explorer and the Jump Lists on the Taskbar.

How do I remove items from my frequent list?

Remove items from frequent folders list in File Explorer

  1. Right click on the Taskbar, click Properties, and click the Start Menu tab.
  2. To clear recently opened files in the Jump Lists on the taskbar and Start menu, clear the Store and display recently opened items in the Start menu and the taskbar check box.
  3. Click OK.

Can I delete automatic destinations?

Yes indeed. In fact clearing these entirely will usually reset the entire jump list system and is usually better than trying to clear one specific list. Microsoft MVPs are independent experts offering real-world answers.

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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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