Use the DeleteDirectory component

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
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  • Delete a directory by using the DeleteDirectory component in RPA Desktop Design Studio.

    Before you begin

    Role required: none

    About this task

    You can configure the properties for the DeleteDirectory component. For more information about these properties, see Properties of the Directory components.

    Procedure

    1. In the Toolbox pane, navigate to Utilities > Directory.
    2. Drag the DeleteDirectory component to the Design surface.
    3. Connect the data and control ports of the DeleteDirectory component to the corresponding ports of the other components as described in the following table.
      Port type Purpose of connection Mandatory?
      Data In (directoryPath) Takes the path to the directory from a previously executed component. Yes
      Control In Connects to the Control Out port of one or more components. Yes
      Control Out Connects to the Control In port of another component or the default end component. No. Connecting the port is optional.
    4. Optional: To test the component, under the DESIGN tab, click Run.