This wikiHow teaches you how to delete files that have already been uploaded and stored on your Android device.
Step
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Step 1. Open the page/app drawer
In most versions of Android, the application page is indicated by a dot matrix icon located at the bottom of the screen. Touch this icon to open the application page.
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Step 2. Touch Downloads
This option is between the application icons that are displayed (usually alphabetically).
On some versions of Android, the " Downloads " application is not available. In this situation, you need to open a file manager application like “ Files " or " My Files, then touch the option “ Downloads ”.
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Step 3. Touch and hold the file you want to delete
The device will enter selection mode. To select additional files, simply touch the desired file
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Step 4. Touch the “Delete” icon
This icon can be displayed as a trash can image or the text " DELETE " and is at the top or bottom of the screen.
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Step 5. Touch DELETE
This button is used to confirm the deletion of the downloaded file from the device.