This article was updated and rechecked on 30th of January 2021
Category: Linux Terminal
Added: 15th of September 2018
Updated On: 30th of January 2021
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Remove files and folders from inside directory on Linux
To remove all files and folders from inside a directory open your terminal and enter the following command
rm -rf /home/username/folder_name/*
To remove the folder after deleting all the files and folders enter the following command
rm -rf /home/username/folder_name
Remember to replace username with your own username, and as always be careful.