Delete a Solution

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Deleting a solution permanently erases files from physical storage as well as the file items in the solution.

Note

In contrast to projects and items, a solution can only be deleted permanently, not removed temporarily.

To delete a solution

  1. In Solution Explorer, select the solution you want to delete.

  2. On the File menu, click Close Solution.

  3. In Microsoft Windows Explorer, locate and select the files associated with the solution you want to delete.

  4. On the File menu, click Delete.

See Also

Tasks

Create a New Solution

Create a Project

Remove or Delete an Item or Project

Concepts

Solution Explorer