How to Clear Recents on MacBook Finder
If you’re a MacBook user, you might have noticed the “Recents” section in the Finder, which displays a list of recently opened files and folders. While this feature can be convenient for quickly accessing your recent work, it can also clutter your Finder window. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to clear recents on MacBook Finder and keep your desktop organized.
Step 1: Open the Finder
To begin, open the Finder on your MacBook. You can do this by clicking on the Finder icon in the Dock or pressing Command + Space and typing “Finder” in the Spotlight search bar.
Step 2: Access the Recents Section
Once the Finder is open, you’ll see the “Recents” section on the left sidebar. This section contains a list of files and folders you’ve recently accessed.
Step 3: Clear Recents
To clear the recents list, right-click on the “Recents” section in the sidebar and select “Clear.” A confirmation dialog will appear, asking if you’re sure you want to clear the list. Click “Clear” to proceed.
Step 4: Manually Remove Items
If you want to remove specific items from the recents list instead of clearing the entire list, you can do so by clicking on the item you want to remove and pressing the “Delete” key on your keyboard. This will remove the selected item from the recents list.
Step 5: Prevent Future Items from Being Added to Recents
If you don’t want to see any items in the recents list, you can disable this feature entirely. To do this, go to the Apple menu () in the upper-left corner of your screen, select “System Preferences,” and then click on “Finder.” In the Finder window, uncheck the “Show Recent Items” option. This will prevent any future items from being added to the recents list.
By following these steps, you can easily clear recents on MacBook Finder and maintain a clutter-free desktop. Keeping your MacBook organized not only improves your productivity but also enhances the overall user experience.
