How to Clear Search History on Windows 10

This guide explains how to clear Search History on Windows 10, with clear steps, practical tips, and important checks before you begin.

Method 1: Delete directly in File Explorer

This is probably the fastest and easiest way for you to delete the search history on Windows 10.

Step 1 : First you press the key combination Windows + E .

Step 2: A window appears, put your cursor in the address bar, then right click, select Delete history .

Then the entire history of File Explorer will be erased:

Method 2: Use the Registry

Step 1 : You press Windows + R key combinationto open the Run dialog box. Then type " regedit " and then press OK .

Step 2 : Then you access the following path:

HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerTypedPaths

Here the system will display the entire history of directory or file access. To delete history, right-click on each line and then select Delete .

A message appears, select Yes to complete.

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