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How to Delete Files in Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage

Algirdas Jasaitis Oct 19, 2026 868 views

Question details

The user wants to know how to remove unwanted documents from Adobe Acrobat cloud storage and how to clear files from the Recently Used list in Adobe Reader.

How to Delete Files in Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage

Product: Adobe Acrobat
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Managing cloud storage space and cleaning up the recent files list in the PDF reader.
Observed behavior: The user needs a way to delete specific files stored in the Adobe cloud without affecting local copies, or simply remove entries from the recent history.

Before you start

Ensure you have your Adobe account credentials ready, as you will need to sign in to the web interface to manage your Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage files.

Solution 1Recommended

Delete Files Directly from Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage

Use the Adobe Cloud web interface to permanently remove files from your cloud storage and free up space.

This method will permanently remove the files from your cloud account. It is ideal when you want to free up cloud storage space. It will not delete the original files saved locally on your computer's hard drive.

Navigate to Adobe Cloud

Open your preferred web browser and go to https://cloud.acrobat.com/.

Sign in to Your Account

Access Your Files

Click on the 'Files' tab located in the main navigation menu to view all documents currently stored in your cloud account.

Select and Delete

Select the checkboxes next to the specific documents you want to remove, then click the 'Delete' option to permanently remove them from the cloud.

Delete Files Directly from Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage

Permanent Cloud Deletion: Deleting files from the cloud storage will permanently remove them from your Adobe account across all synced devices.

Solution 2

Clear Files from the Recently Used List in Adobe Reader

If you only want to hide a file from your recent history without deleting the actual cloud file, clear it directly from the Recently Used list.

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1. Open WPS Office: Launch the WPS Office application on your PC or mobile device.
2. Navigate to WPS Cloud: Click on the 'Cloud' or 'WPS Cloud' tab from the main dashboard to access your synced documents.
3. Select Your PDF Files: Browse through your folders and locate the PDF files you want to remove from your cloud storage.
4. Delete or Clear Records: Right-click the file and choose 'Delete' to remove it permanently from the cloud, or select 'Clear Record' from the recent list to simply hide it from your dashboard.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will deleting a file from Adobe Cloud also delete it from my computer?

No, deleting a file from Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage using the web interface only removes the cloud copy. Any original files saved locally on your computer's hard drive will remain intact.

How do I clear recent files in Adobe Acrobat without deleting them from the cloud?

You can clear items from your history by opening Adobe Reader, navigating to the 'Recent' tab, right-clicking the specific file, and choosing 'Remove from Recent'. This hides the entry without deleting the actual file.

Can I recover a PDF file I accidentally deleted from Adobe Acrobat Cloud Storage?

Yes, deleted files in Adobe Acrobat Cloud are typically moved to a 'Deleted' or 'Trash' section. You can navigate to this folder within the web interface to restore your files before they are permanently erased after a set period.

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