How to Remove Library Locations in Windows Media Player
Removing library locations in Windows Media Player stops the app from scanning specific folders for music and videos. Library locations are the default folders on your PC that the media player checks automatically to build your collection.
Windows Media Player version 12 and later targets folders like Music and Videos by default. You can delete extra folders when you added them by mistake or want to keep certain files private.
Open Windows Media Player, click Settings, then select the Music or Video library tile. Click the drop-down arrow and press the X button next to any folder you wish to remove from your library.
Remove a library location in Media Player
Preventing Windows Media Player from scanning unwanted directories keeps your collection relevant and uncluttered.
- Click the Settings button located on the left sidebar.
- Select the Music or Video library tile.
- Click the drop-down arrow to see the list of folders.
- Click the X button next to the folder you want to remove.
Close the Settings page upon completing the process.
Summary
Ultimately, keeping your media organized helps maintain a tidy collection. Managing folders through the Settings menu inside the application takes seconds whenever preferences change.
How do I delete a library folder?
Open File Explorer and navigate to Libraries. Right-click the library you want to edit and select Properties. In the Properties window, choose the folder you want to remove, then click Remove, and finally, click OK.
How to Remove Steam Library Folders
- Open Steam and click Steam in the top left corner.
- Select Settings from the menu.
- Click on Storage in the left sidebar.
- Click the three dots next to the drive you want to remove.
- Select Remove to take the library folder off your account.
If you cannot remove a folder, check if it is set as the default save location or if another app is currently using the files inside it. You may need to close background apps before Windows lets you make changes.
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