[FIXED] How can I delete a file or folder in Python?

Issue

How can I delete a file or folder in Python?

Solution

Use one of these methods:

• pathlib.Path.unlink() removes a file or symbolic link.

• pathlib.Path.rmdir() removes an empty directory.

• shutil.rmtree() deletes a directory and all its contents.

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On Python 3.3 and below, you can use these methods instead of the pathlib ones:

• os.remove() removes a file.

• os.unlink() removes a symbolic link.

• os.rmdir() removes an empty directory.

Answered By - RichieHindle