CHAPTER 3: Using Windows XP www.gateway.com28To recover files or folders from the Recycle Bin:1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. The Recycle Bin window opens and liststhe files and folders you have thrown away since you last emptied it.2 Click the files or folders that you want to restore. For instructions on howto select multiple files and folders, see “Shortcuts” on page 34.3 Click File, then click Restore. Windows returns the deleted files or foldersto their original locations.To empty the Recycle Bin:CautionEmptying the Recycle Bin permanentlyerases any files or folders in the bin. Thesefiles cannot be restored.Help & SupportFor more information about emptyingthe Recycle Bin, click Start, then clickHelp and Support. Type the phraseemptying Recycle Bin in the Searchbox, then click the arrow.1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin windowopens.2 Click File, then click Empty Recycle Bin. Windows asks you if you are surethat you want to empty the bin.3 Click Yes. Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin.Searching for filesIf you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that havecharacteristics in common, but you do not remember where they are stored onyour hard drive, you can use the Search utility to search by:■ Name or part of a name■ Creation date■ Modification date■ File type■ Text contained in the file■ Time period in which it was created or modifiedYou can also combine search criteria to refine searches.Files and folders found using this utility can be opened, copied, cut, renamed,or deleted directly from the list in the results window.
