But be careful what you do
How to Delete Files and Folders in Linux Terminal
If you have root access on your Linux PC, you can delete any file or directory you want. However, this can be dangerous, as tools like rm allow users to carelessly delete crucial system files by mistake. Therefore, when trying to delete files or directories in Linux, you should take some precautions.
There are a few ways to delete files or folders on Linux, using either your Linux distribution’s file manager or an open terminal (as long as you have the appropriate permissions). If you want to know how to delete a file or folder on Linux, here’s what you need to do.
If you’re a Linux newbie, you might be hesitant to use the terminal to delete files or folders in Linux. After all, once you’ve set a command like rm off to delete files, there’s no going back. Instead of taking this risk, you can use the file manager that came with your Linux distribution to delete files or folders.
