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Delete File

Hey Google, | Alexa, delete that folder I don't like

What does it do?

Deletes a file or folder at a specific location

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Delete file [static example]

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Delete file [static example]

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Default applet for Amazon Alexa

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This section is for those who wish to modify this action.

This action was added in v1.1.0

Parameter: Path required

  • Type: Full path. If file; with extension
  • Description: Full path to the file or folder you wish be delete. Cannot delete files or folders in locations that require administrative access unless you have opened ACC with admin rights.
  • Example: delete_file:C:\Documents\new_file.txt & delete_file:C:\Documents\my_folder

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