Deleting Folders¶
Remove folders and their contents from infoRouter.
Who Can Delete Folders?¶
| Role | Can Delete |
|---|---|
| Folder owner | Yes |
| Users with Full Control | Yes |
| Library Managers | Yes |
| Users with Read/Write only | No |
How to Delete a Folder¶
Method 1: Edit Menu¶
- Select the folder by clicking the checkbox
- Go to Edit → Delete
- Confirm the deletion
Method 2: Right-Click¶
- Right-click on the folder
- Select Delete
- Confirm the deletion
What Happens When You Delete a Folder¶
| Item | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Folder | Moved to Recycle Bin |
| Subfolders | All subfolders deleted |
| Documents | All documents in folder deleted |
| Security settings | Removed with folder |
Contents Deleted
Deleting a folder deletes all contents including subfolders and documents. Review folder contents before deleting.
Deletion Restrictions¶
Cannot Delete When
- Folder contains checked-out documents
- Documents are involved in active workflows
- Retention policies prevent deletion
- You don't have sufficient permissions
Recovery Options¶
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Recycle Bin | Deleted folders go to Recycle Bin |
| Restore | Restore folder and contents from Recycle Bin |
| Permanent | Empty Recycle Bin for permanent deletion |
Best Practices¶
Before Deleting
- Review folder contents for important documents
- Check if documents are checked out
- Verify no active workflows involve folder documents
- Consider moving important documents first