How to Delete Screenshots on a MacBook

Deleting screenshots on a MacBook is a simple process that can help you free up storage space and keep your desktop clutter-free.

Whether you want to delete a single screenshot, multiple screenshots, or all the screenshots on your MacBook, here are the step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.

How to Delete Screenshots on a MacBook

To delete a single screenshot from your MacBook, follow these steps:

1. Select the Screenshot on Your Desktop
   • Go to your desktop and locate the screenshot you want to delete.
   • Click on the screenshot to select it.
2. Press Command + Delete
   • With the screenshot selected, press the Command and Delete keys simultaneously on your keyboard.
3. Move the Screenshot to the Trash
   • The selected screenshot will be moved to the Trash folder on your MacBook.
4. Empty the Trash to Permanently Delete the Screenshot
   • To permanently delete the screenshot, open the Trash folder.
   • Click on the Empty Trash button to remove the screenshot from your MacBook.

Delete Multiple Screenshots

If you have multiple screenshots that you want to delete, follow these steps:

1. Select the Screenshots You Want to Delete
   • Locate the screenshots you want to remove.
   • Press and hold the Command key on your keyboard.
   • While holding the Command key, click on each screenshot you want to delete.
2. Press Command + Delete
   • With the selected screenshots, press the Command and Delete keys simultaneously.
3. Move the Screenshots to the Trash
   • The selected screenshots will be moved to the Trash folder on your MacBook.
4. Empty the Trash to Permanently Delete the Screenshots
   • Open the Trash folder on your MacBook.
   • Press the Command + A keys to select all the screenshots in the Trash.
   • Press Command + Delete to permanently delete the screenshots.

Delete All Screenshots

To delete all the screenshots on your MacBook, follow these steps:

1. Open the Trash
   • Locate the Trash icon on your desktop.
   • Click on the Trash icon to open the Trash folder.
2. Click on the Screenshots Stack
   • In the Trash folder, you will find a stack labeled “Screenshots.”
   • Click on the Screenshots stack to view its contents.
3. Select All the Screenshots
   • Press the Command + A keys on your keyboard to select all the screenshots in the stack.
4. Press Command + Delete
   • With all the screenshots selected, press the Command and Delete keys simultaneously.
5. Permanently Delete the Screenshots
   • The selected screenshots will be permanently deleted from your MacBook.

Additional Tips

Here are some additional tips to help you manage and delete screenshots on your MacBook:

• Right-Click to Move Screenshots to Trash: You can also delete screenshots by right-clicking on them and selecting “Move to Trash” from the context menu.
• Delete Screenshots without Moving to Trash: If you want to delete screenshots without moving them to the Trash first, you can press Option + Command + Delete. This will bypass the Trash and directly delete the selected screenshots.
• Empty the Trash: To completely remove the screenshots from your MacBook, click on the Trash icon on your desktop. Then, click on the “Empty Trash” button to permanently delete all the files in the Trash folder.

With these simple steps and tips, you can easily manage and delete screenshots on your MacBook, keeping your desktop organized and your storage space optimized.

Conclusion

Deleting screenshots on a MacBook is a straightforward process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the instructions provided in this article, you can easily delete single screenshots, multiple screenshots, or all the screenshots on your MacBook.

Remember to empty the Trash to permanently remove the deleted screenshots from your MacBook’s storage. Keep your desktop clutter-free and optimize your storage space by regularly deleting unnecessary screenshots.