How to Delete Multiple Files from Adobe Document Cloud at Once
Question details
The user needs to bulk delete multiple files, specifically shared PDF files and signature agreements, from Adobe Document Cloud.
- Product
- Adobe Document Cloud
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Cleaning up the cloud workspace by removing multiple sent signature agreements or shared files that are no longer needed.
- Observed behavior
- The user can only delete files one at a time from the Home view or Adobe Web view, and bulk-selection commands are not readily visible for agreement forms.
Verify that you have the appropriate permissions to delete the files, as completed signature agreements or files owned by other users may be restricted.
Use the Files Tab in Adobe Document Cloud Web
Accessing the specific Files tab through a web browser allows you to use bulk-selection commands that are missing from the default Home view.
The Acrobat desktop application and the default Document Cloud Home view have limited bulk-action capabilities. To select and delete multiple files efficiently, you must navigate to a different section of the web interface.
Open your preferred web browser and log in to your Adobe Document Cloud account.
Instead of staying on the default 'Home' tab, click on the 'Files' or 'Document Cloud' tab located in the top menu or left sidebar.
Hover over the files you want to remove and click the checkboxes that appear next to them. You can select as many standard PDF files as needed.
Once all desired files are selected, click the 'Delete' icon (usually a trash can) at the top of the interface to remove them simultaneously.
Managing and Deleting Signature Agreements
Signature agreements sent via Adobe Sign are stored separately from standard PDFs and require a different web service view to manage.
Easily Manage and Bulk Delete PDFs with WPS Cloud
If you are looking for a straightforward, easy-to-use cloud system for your PDFs, WPS Office provides an intuitive Cloud Drive. You can effortlessly edit, sync, and bulk-manage your documents across all your devices without restrictive interfaces.
- 1. Launch WPS Office: Open the WPS Office application on your computer and navigate to the 'Docs' or 'WPS Cloud' tab on the left sidebar.
- 2. Access Your Cloud Files: Click on 'My Cloud' to view all the PDF files and documents you have uploaded and synced.
- 3. Select Multiple PDFs: Hold down the 'Ctrl' key (or 'Command' on Mac) and click on each file you wish to remove, or use the checkboxes provided in list view.
- 4. Bulk Delete Instantly: Right-click on any of the selected files and choose 'Delete' from the context menu to remove them all at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I delete a signed agreement in Adobe Document Cloud?
Signed agreements carry legal and transactional weight. Depending on your organization's Adobe Sign settings or the document's completion status, you may not have the administrative permissions to permanently delete it. In many cases, you can only 'Hide' these documents from your view.
Does deleting a shared PDF remove it for everyone?
If you are the owner who originally shared the file, deleting it will remove it entirely and revoke access for all recipients. If a file was shared with you and you delete it from your Document Cloud, it only removes your personal shortcut; the original file remains intact for the owner.
Can I bulk delete files directly from the Acrobat desktop application?
The Acrobat desktop app's Home view has limited bulk-action capabilities. For efficient bulk selection and deletion, Adobe recommends logging into the Document Cloud web interface and using the 'Files' tab.
