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espania
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How do i delete the addresses that are saved in the address bar in internet explorer?
How to Delete Saved Addresses in Internet Explorer
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the process of deleting saved addresses in the address bar of Internet Explorer. Participants explore various methods and options available within the browser's settings, addressing both history and temporary files.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
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Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests navigating to Tools -> Internet Options -> General -> Clear History to delete saved addresses.
- Another participant mentions the option to set the history retention to 0 days to prevent saving webpages.
- A different user points out that "Temporary Internet Files" and "History" are distinct, emphasizing the need to clear both if necessary.
- There is a suggestion that the original poster (OP) should delete all temporary files and history for a complete cleanup.
- One participant expresses frustration with the "RTFM" comment, arguing that it is unhelpful and discouraging for those seeking assistance.
- Another participant acknowledges a misunderstanding regarding the OP's intent, clarifying that they may have wanted to clear the history in the dropdown box rather than just the cache.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the best approach to delete saved addresses, with some focusing on clearing history while others emphasize the distinction between history and temporary files. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the most effective method.
Contextual Notes
There is a lack of consensus on the specific steps to take, and participants highlight different versions of Internet Explorer, which may affect the available options.
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dextercioby
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Tools--------->Internet Options---------->General------------->Clear History.If u want to,u can set up to 0 days for the keeping track of the wabpages...
Daniel.
P.S.Quite a newbie to Windows,huh?
Daniel.
P.S.Quite a newbie to Windows,huh?
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ramollari
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Here should apply the RTFM rule I think. 
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Evo
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On my version of Internet Explorer, it would be Tools--------->Internet Options---------->General------------->Temporary Internet Files--------->Delete Files. Say ok if it asks you if you want to delete.dextercioby said:
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gerben
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Evo, "Temporary Internet Files" is different from the "History", I am sure you also have an option somewhere to empty the history (in "modern" versions of IE it is where Dextercioby sais, perhaps to be complete history should be added in his list: Tools->Internet Options->General->History->Clear History).
Ramollari, RTFM is never (never!) a helpfull comment... it is only annoying. People say that when they do not want to be nice, when they simply do not want to help and think the person asking the question should find it out themselves by digging through an often very long and unclear manual.
Ramollari, RTFM is never (never!) a helpfull comment... it is only annoying. People say that when they do not want to be nice, when they simply do not want to help and think the person asking the question should find it out themselves by digging through an often very long and unclear manual.
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dextercioby
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Evo,yeah,temporary internet files and history are a bit different.Anyway,the OP is adviced to delete them all.
Daniel.
Daniel.
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Evo
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Yes, I know, I was thinking they just wanted to clear their cache, but re-reading it I guess they wanted to clear the history in the drop down box, my mistake.gerben said:
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