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How to Delete Posts in WordPress?

How to delete posts in WordPress

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Introduction

Deleting a post in WordPress is a simple task, but knowing the right steps can save you time and effort. Whether you’re cleaning up old content or removing outdated posts, the process is straightforward for users of all skill levels.


Delete Post

To delete a post in WordPress, go to your dashboard, navigate to the “Posts” section, and find the post you want to remove. Hover over the post title, click “Trash,” and it will be moved to the Trash folder. You can restore it or permanently delete it from the Trash.

Step 1. Click on the post

  1. Navigate to the post you want to delete by clicking on it.
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Step 2. Select all the checkboxes

  1. Once you are on the post list page, check the boxes beside all the posts you want to delete.
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Step 3. Select "Move to Trash" and click on the Apply button

  1.  After selecting the checkboxes, go to the dropdown menu above the post list, choose “Move to Trash,” and click the “Apply” button to confirm.
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Step 4. Go to the Trash

  1. After the posts have been moved to the Trash, navigate to the “Trash” section
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Step 5. Click on the Empty Trash button

  1.  Once you are in the Trash section, click on the “Empty Trash” button to permanently delete all the items in the Trash.

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