UNIX / Linux: Deleting Multiple Files In Bulk

You can delete multiple files in bulk in Unix or Linux using the following methods:

1. Using the rm command:

For example, to delete the files file1.txt, file2.txt, and file3.txt, you would run the following command:

2. Using wildcards:

For example, to delete all .txt files in the current directory, you would run the following command:

Note that once you delete files with rm, they are permanently gone and cannot be recovered. Before using rm, make sure you understand what you’re doing and the potential consequences. You can use the rm command with the -i option to prompt for confirmation before deleting each file.

Also, be careful when using wildcards, as they can potentially delete more files than you intended. For example, rm * will delete all files in the current directory, including hidden files.