Empty Recycle Bin Script

This batch script empties the Recycle Bin using a PowerShell command. It’s designed to run on Windows and provides an easy way to clear the contents of the Recycle Bin with minimal user interaction.

Features

• Displays a message indicating that the Recycle Bin is being emptied.
• Uses PowerShell to silently clear the Recycle Bin without requiring user confirmation.
• Displays a completion message once the task is done.
• Includes a pause command to allow the user to read the final message before the window closes.

How to Use

1. Open a text editor (e.g., Notepad) and copy the script below:

   @echo off
   :: This script empties the Recycle Bin
   
   :: Display a message
   echo Emptying Recycle Bin...
   echo.
   
   :: Use PowerShell command to empty the Recycle Bin
   PowerShell.exe -Command "Clear-RecycleBin -Confirm:$false"
   
   :: Display a completion message
   echo Recycle Bin has been emptied.
   echo.
   pause

2. Save the file with a .bat extension (e.g., EmptyRecycleBin.bat).

3. Double-click the .bat file to run the script.

Requirements

• Windows OS
• PowerShell installed (default on most Windows systems)

Notes

• The script uses the Clear-RecycleBin PowerShell cmdlet, which requires administrative privileges. If you encounter issues, try running the script as an administrator.
• The script does not ask for confirmation before emptying the Recycle Bin.