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3 Ways to Clear Clipboard in Windows 10
The echo off clip command is a life-saver and privacy-saver
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you are worried about thesecurity issuesregarding your data and you want to erase as much as possible of your work after you are done, then you have a feature inWindows 10that can help you out. Today’s article is all about how to clear the clipboard in Windows 10.
Clearing theclipboardinWindows 10can be done very easily and represents a step forward taken towards securing the work you do.
There are someappsavailable forWindows 10that are also meant for clearing theclipboardand you only need to open a simple executable.
In this article, you will see firsthand how to use your operating system without having to install any other particularappto clear yourWindows 10clipboard.
How can I delete clipboard history on Windows 10?
1. Use Command Prompt
The clipboard history can be easily cleaned via Command Prompt. It is a command line tool that allows you to make modifications to your system. To delete the clipboard history on your device, all you need to do is run a specific command.
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Press theWindows keyon your keyboard or click on theStartbutton in the taskbar to open theSearch menu.
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Typecmdorcommand promptin the search box.
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Right click on the result for theCommand Promptapp and selectRun as Administratorfrom the list of options.
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The app will now be opened on your screen and you can start inputting commands in it.
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Typecmd /c echo.|clipin the command box.
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PressEnteron your keyboard to run the command.
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Your clipboard history has been deleted.
2. Create a shortcut for cmd /c echo off clip
If the icon with clearing the clipboard in Windows 10 did not work right away don’t be alarmed. You will need to reboot your PC; then go again on your desktop as you did in the steps above, and double-click the shortcut you have made.
3. Additional tips to clear clipboard history
If you’re still worried about sensitivedatabeing stored in your Windowsclipboard, here are some additional tips and tricks on how to removeclipboardhistory:
Another thing we recommend you do is to download and install a dedicated clipboard software manager. Thesetoolsare very useful and easy to use by every user.
Then, if you need to manage all the data you copied on your clipboard for different tasks, and delete them when you want, you have available thebest clipboard managerson the market.
Yes, it is as simple as that. You now have your very own feature to clear theclipboardinWindows 10without having to install a newapp, andperhaps even pay for it to get it.
If you have any otherClipboard issues in Windows 10, take a look at our complete guide to solve them with ease.
For any questions you may have on this article, use the comments section below; and we’ll try to provide you with an answer as soon as possible.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
