Windows 10: Cortana can't even empty my recycling bin

Discus and support Cortana can't even empty my recycling bin in Cortana to solve the problem; Utter trash!! https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/cortana-cant-even-empty-my-recycling-bin/ed5eb5cc-3b4b-4a23-af42-0e4390a2ccc1 Discussion in 'Cortana' started by phillipshin, Jan 6, 2021.

  1. Cortana can't even empty my recycling bin


    Utter trash!!

    :)
     
    phillipshin, Jan 6, 2021
    #1
  2. Jan Del Win User

    recycle bin

    Hi George,

    To prevent your files from being deleted from the Recycle Bin, we suggest increasing the maximum file size your Recycle Bin can keep by following the steps below:

    • Right click on the Recycle Bin icon.
    • Under the Settings for selected location, select Custom size.
    • Fill up the box for your allotted maximum file size for your Recycle Bin.
    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Jan Del, Jan 6, 2021
    #2
  3. Lost Recycle Bin in Windows 10

    Hello,

    We highly suggest to follow the steps below:

    • Click the Start button , type desktop icons into the search box, and then click Show or hide common icons on the desktop.
    • In the Desktop Icon Settings dialog box, do one of the following: To hide the Recycle Bin, clear the Recycle Bin check box. ...
    • Click OK.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Trixie Mop, Jan 6, 2021
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  4. Cwedin Win User

    Cortana can't even empty my recycling bin

    Recycle Bin

    Hi, Scout-86.

    Bare with me. I'm only a student in Information Technology. I believe the recycle bin might be corrupted, causing it to vanish from the desktop completely.

    Try one of these two fixes and see if helps.

    Solution 1:

    • Step 1: Select Start -> Settings -> Personalization -> Themes -> Desktop icon settings.
    • Step 2: Make sure the checkbox for Recycle Bin is checked, then select OK. You should see the icon displayed on your desktop.

    Solution 2:

    • Step 1 Run Command Prompt as an administrator.
    • Step 2 Type the command rd /s /q C:\$Recycle.bin and press enter.
    • Step 3 Type exit to close the Command Prompt window

    I hope this helps!



    (This comes from [Fixed] Can't Find or Open Recycle Bin Windows 10/8/7 - EaseUS)
     
    Cwedin, Jan 6, 2021
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